A new benchmark for battery life lands locally, tackling one of SA smartphone users’ biggest frustrations
With the arrival of the realme P4 Power 5G in South Africa, realme is putting smartphone endurance at the centre of the conversation, combining a 10,001mAh battery with 5G performance, fast charging, immersive entertainment, and premium durability.
Solving a real SA problem
Battery anxiety is a genuine daily concern for South African smartphone users. A local survey found that at least 40% of respondents need to charge their phones at least twice a day, with almost 30% charging three or more times a day, and almost 60% said that being left without their phones makes them feel anxious, unsafe, and vulnerable. Designed for users who demand more from every charge, the P4 Power 5G combines South Africa’s biggest smartphone battery with immersive entertainment, dependable performance and premium durability in one powerful device.
Built for how South Africans move
Purpose-built for modern lifestyles, the realme P4 Power 5G delivers an experience that keeps up with everything from long workdays and content creation to weekend adventures and uninterrupted entertainment, proving that users no longer have to compromise between battery life and performance.
“The realme P4 Power 5G is a reflection of our commitment to developing technology that genuinely improves the everyday smartphone experience. Users rely on their smartphones more than ever, yet battery anxiety remains one of the biggest frustrations. With the P4 Power, we’ve introduced South Africa’s biggest smartphone battery while delivering the performance, display, durability and intelligent features users expect from a premium device,” says Liam Faurie, Head of Go-to-market and Operations at OPPO South Africa.
Powering every moment
The realme P4 Power 5G introduces the largest smartphone battery currently available in South Africa, featuring a groundbreaking 10,001mAh battery that is designed to keep pace with modern lifestyles.
Whether travelling, navigating a demanding workday, gaming for hours, creating content or spending a weekend exploring, users can enjoy the confidence of extended battery life without constantly reaching for a charger.
Complementing its exceptional endurance is 80W fast charging, allowing users to quickly get back to what matters most with minimal downtime.
Performance built to go further
The realme P4 Power 5G delivers more than exceptional battery life. Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra chipset, the device delivers responsive performance for multitasking, gaming, streaming, and everyday productivity.
The smartphone features 12GB of RAM, with Dynamic RAM expansion up to 26GB, alongside 256GB of internal storage, giving users the flexibility to seamlessly switch between applications while storing photos, videos, and other content.
Running on Android 16, the device is backed by three Android OS upgrades and four years of security updates, ensuring a reliable and future-ready software experience.
Entertainment without interruption
Designed for immersive viewing, the realme P4 Power 5G features a stunning 6.8-inch 144Hz HyperGlow 4D Curved Display, delivering ultra-smooth scrolling, fluid gameplay and vibrant visuals across every experience.
Whether users are streaming their favourite series, browsing social media or enjoying the latest mobile games, the high-refresh-rate display delivers exceptional responsiveness and clarity, perfectly complemented by a battery designed to keep entertainment going longer.
Designed for real life
The realme P4 Power 5G pairs bold aesthetics with everyday resilience. Available in Silver and Orange, the smartphone combines a sleek, premium finish with durability built for life’s unexpected moments.
With IP66, IP68 and IP69 water and dust resistance, the device offers enhanced protection against the elements, giving users the confidence to take it wherever life leads.
Capture every adventure
From everyday memories to unforgettable experiences, the realme P4 Power 5G is designed to capture every moment in remarkable detail.
Its 50MP AI main camera, supported by an 8MP ultra-wide camera, delivers crisp, vibrant images across a variety of lighting conditions, while the 16MP front camera ensures clear selfies and high-quality video calls.
With South Africa’s largest smartphone battery, users can spend more time capturing memories and less time worrying about running out of power.
“The P4 Power 5G is more than a smartphone with an extraordinary battery,” adds Faurie. “It brings together long-lasting endurance, reliable performance, immersive entertainment and everyday durability in a device that is designed around the way South Africans live today. It reflects realme’s continued focus on delivering meaningful innovation that empowers users to do more, experience more and stay connected for longer.”
Pricing and availability
The realme P4 Power 5G will be available in Silver and Orange, featuring 12GB RAM with Dynamic RAM expansion up to 26GB and 256GB of storage, at a recommended retail price of R12,999, or from R499 per month on contract through participating network partners.
With the P4 Power 5G, realme continues to push the boundaries of smartphone innovation, delivering technology that combines exceptional endurance, intelligent performance and premium experiences to meet the evolving needs of South African users.