Last Updated on October 1, 2024 by TM
The Itel P65 is here, this brand new addition to the P series for 2024 offers some interesting features that are right on time. Before we dive into that, let me say this quickly.
The P series is often synonymous with power only but all of that is changing. The Itel P65 was launched as not just a power centric smartphone but now debuts as a gaming phone too. Isn’t that great?
Well, this is awesome considering the fact that the demand for mobile gaming in Nigeria is increasing, so it makes more sense to buy a smartphone like the Itel P65 that is multi-functional. Let’s dive into it more deeper.
Itel P65 Key features
- Announced: August, 2024
- Display: 120Hz 6.7” Punch-hole Display
- Battery Capacity: 5000mAh
- Charging: 18W PowerCharge (Type-C)
- Processor: Unisoc T615
- RAM: 12(6+6) GB, 16(8+8) GB, 8(4+4) GB
- ROM: 128GB/ 256GB
- Front Camera: 8MP
- Rear Camera: 50MP
- System: itel OS 14
- Weight: 192.4g
- Thickness: 7.89mm
Itel P65 Price in Nigeria
The Itel P65 price in Nigeria begins at 145,000 naira, it comes in three main colours; cyber titanium, cyber black and cyber blaze. It can be bought in online and offline stores in Nigeria.
Design & Display
The Itel P65 in Nigeria comes in a stylish cyber design that draws inspiration from the sleek appeal of mecha design, offering an integration of strength and style. According to Itel Mobile, its audacious aesthetic is perfect for those who dare to explore and innovate.
When you take a closer look at the Itel P65 in Nigeria, you will notice the stylish interactive ring light at the back that comes with interactive lighting effects. This is all fancy stuffs integrated into a body that is made of plastic, so you wanna handle it carefully.
Still on the design, at the top-right side is a dedicated flexbutton that helps you easily access your frequently used features. The other placements like the power button, volume button, USB-C port, speaker grill and the likes are positioned in convenient spots you are used to having them.
Moving on to the display, the Itel P65 in Nigeria offers a 6.7inch punch-hole display which has support for 120Hz refresh rate. This allows for smoother and more responsive swipes which are essential for navigation and gaming.
Just like the flexbutton, Itel Mobile also upgraded the dynamic bar 2.0 that helps you access essential notifications more conveniently. It lets you monitor your battery status, incoming call, reminders etc. Cool uh!
Camera & Battery
The camera system on the Itel P65 in Nigeria comprises of an 8MP front-facing that is good at taking decent selfies. At the back is a 50MP main ultra-clear camera that offers sharp and detailed shots.
The camera app has a 10X super zoom for capturing memories from afar. There is also an automatic scene recognition that is capable of recognising more than 20 scenes and optimizing photos accordingly.
That said, other camera features available on this phone are: super night mode, sky shop, AI clear portrait, filters, HDR mode, pro mode, panorama, slow motion, time-lapse etc.
On the battery side, the Itel P65 is equipped with a robust 5000mAh that lets you enjoy up to 3 days of light use or 1-2 days of heavy use on a single charge. The lifespan spread across 4 years with over 1000 charge cycles recorded. That’s impressive.
There is even a battery feature for health management which provides real-time usage stats and maintenance tips for longevity. It has support for bypass charging tech that makes powering the Itel P65 directly thereby bypassing the battery. This is typical of gaming phones, we are glad it’s here.
Another feature you will find interesting on this very phone is the free 2400mAh bundle charging case that comes with it. This case helps boost the battery life by 45%. The Itel P35 supports 18W super low-temperature fast charging that can be experienced via the charger.
For the record, you get 30 minutes of charge from 0 to 40% and 85 minutes should take you from 0 to 100%. It has an AI charging mode that automatically adapts to suit your charging habits and help extend the longitivity of your battery life.
Software & Hardware
The Itel P65 comes with android 14 based on the new itel OS 14 that is clean and interactive. It has an AI voice assistant which supports multi-languages, allows you to set alarms and more. There is also a multifunctional NFC for hassle-free outings. Please note that only the 12GB+256GB version is NFC enabled.
One important thing to note here is that the Itel P65 comes in 3 RAM configurations: 8 (4 + 4) GB RAM, 12 (6 + 6) GB RAM and 16 (8 + 8) GB RAM. Keep in mind that the additional RAMS are virtual, so you are most likely going to see 4GB, 6GB and 8GB RAM on the pack.
The internal storage starts at 128GB and can go as high as 256GB allowing you to store a significant amount of digital items like photos, music, videos, apps, files etc. Being a gaming phone, the Itel P65 has a built-in iBoost Game Engine that enhances performance and frame rate stability during gameplay.
Final Thoughts
The Itel P65 is no doubt a stylishly designed smartphone, it has a significant representation of cyberpunk design which is awesome. The battery is no doubt amazing, I mean the upgrades are fundamental in the present day and considering the price point, i will say everything here is fantastic.
As fantastic or awesome as the Itel P65 appears, it falls short in one area and that is the camera. This is typical of most smartphones that have battery and gaming as her major strength. The camera is not as bad though, the quality is however okay. If gaming is your thing, you will fin this very phone entertaining.
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