Realme C01 Launches in Indonesia
Realme debuted its entry-level smartphone with a 6,500 mAh battery, starting at Rp2,649,000 in Indonesia, uzone.id reported.
The device made its official entrance into the Indonesian market through an online launch held on Friday, November 6, 2026, as reported by Harian Muba. The handset measures 8.69 mm in thickness and weighs 210 grams, sporting a back panel with a rectangular camera module housing an 8 MP main camera lens, an elongated LED flash, and an “AI Camera” inscription, while a 5 MP front-facing camera sits in a punch-hole at the top center of the display, according to Uzone.id.
Color options consist of Sunset Orange, Skyline Silver, and Midnight Black, with the Sunset Orange variant drawing comparisons to an iPhone 17 Pro finish in its layout.
Specifications and Performance Details
The device runs on a Unisoc T7250 processor paired with 4 GB of RAM and UFS 2.2 storage options. Krisva Angnieszca, Public Relations Lead Realme Indonesia, said that the battery capacity removes daily power anxiety while the storage handles apps quickly, according to Kompas.
Krisva added that the inclusion of NFC alongside UFS 2.2 enhances daily practicality in the entry-level price bracket. The memory configuration supports virtual RAM expansion up to 8 GB. Software duties are handled by Realme UI based on Android 16, which includes an AI Power Saving mode alongside features like the 300 percent UltraBoom Speaker, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth connectivity.
The display measures 6.8 inches with an HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 900 nits.
The screen incorporates DC dimming technology to eliminate flicker in low-light conditions and features a Rain Touch Mode to maintain touch responsiveness when wet or during light rain. Alongside Mobile Legends, the hardware is optimized for casual sessions of Free Fire.
Testing showed the phone maintains 60 frames per second during Mobile Legends matches for up to three hours. The operating system is Realme UI based on Android 16.
Pricing and Availability Timeline
Sales officially opened on November 6, 2026. Two configurations are available for buyers across the country.
| RAM and Storage | Price |
|---|---|
| 4 GB / 64 GB | Rp2,649,000 |
| 4 GB / 128 GB | Rp2,999,000 |
Online purchasing channels include Shopee, TikTok Shop, Tokopedia, Lazada, Blibli, and Akulaku. Offline stock is distributed through Realme Brand Stores, Realme Partners, and Erafone outlets.
Promotions and Trade-In Programs
Zero-percent installment promos run from November 6, 2026, through January 31, 2027. Participating financial partners include Akulaku PayLater, Home Credit, Indodana Finance, Kredivo, and Avanto. Trade-in benefits through eSwop remain active until November 30, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the battery capacity of the Realme C01?
The phone packs a 6,500 mAh battery supporting 15W charging and reverse charging. Kompas reported that the hardware lasts for 19.3 hours of YouTube playback or 26 hours of WhatsApp messaging.
Additional benchmarks noted by Kompas indicate up to 15.6 hours of Google Maps navigation, with remaining battery levels holding around 26 percent after a full day of intensive use.
Kumparan observed that a nearly two-hour Netflix viewing session drained the battery by 14 percent, while replenishing the power cell from 34 percent to full capacity using the bundled 15W adapter and USB cable took 2 hours and 10 minutes, alongside a SIM ejector tool included in the retail package.
How durable is the Realme C01 build?
Realme built the device with ArmorShell Protection and ArmorShell Glass. It passed MIL-STD-810H drop tests from up to two meters and carries an IP64 dust and water resistance rating, uzone.id noted.
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The ArmorShell structure reinforces all six bodies, eight corners, and twelve edges with corner and mid-frame strengthening alongside airbag cushioning to absorb shock impacts. Uzone.id reported that the hardware undergoes more than 130 reliability tests and 320 total testing stages, comprising 14,000 micro-drop tests, 20,000 USB port plug-and-unplug cycles, 500,000 power button presses, and 200,000 volume button presses.
What AI features come pre-installed?
The software suite includes AI Eraser, AI Clear Face, AI Image Matting, AI Netpilot for signal reception, and AI Outdoor Mode for display visibility, according to Kompas.
Kumparan noted that the AI editing tools function without requiring a subscription and operate quickly, instancing the AI Eraser successfully removing a passerby from the background of a two-subject photo.
