Release & Availability
- The itel City 100 debuted in April 2025, with several sources confirming launch dates such as April 27, 2025. Some regions (like India) saw its launch extended to early July 2025
Design & Display
- The handset sports a slim unibody design, measuring around 167.7 × 77.5 × 7.7 mm and weighing 185 g
- It offers IP64 certification—making it dust-tight and water splash resistant—and endures drops up to 1.5 m
- Featuring a 6.75‑inch IPS LCD with HD+ resolution (720 × 1600 px), ~260 ppi, 90 Hz refresh rate, and peak brightness around 700 nits, the display provides solid visual clarity for the price.
Performance & Memory
- Powered by a 12 nm Unisoc T7250 octa‑core chipset with 2×1.8 GHz Cortex‑A75 and 6×1.6 GHz Cortex‑A55 cores, paired with a Mali‑G57 MP1 GPU
- RAM options include 4GB, 6GB, or 8GB, expandable virtually via Memory Fusion; internal storage starts at 128GB, with a 256GB variant available and microSDXC support
- In real-world tests by 91Mobiles in India, it scored ~294,005 on AnTuTu and showed decent performance for everyday apps and moderate gaming
Cameras & Multimedia
- Rear Camera: Single 13 MP sensor with LED flash, HDR, panorama, plus basic autofocus and video capture up to 1080p@30fps
- Front Camera: 8 MP lens suitable for selfies and video calls
- Reviews note daylight performance as decent, with good dynamic range and vivid selfies. Low-light shots show some saturation and smudging, but still respectable for the segment
Software & Extra Features
- Runs Android 14 with itel’s Pure 14.5 UI
- Includes a rich set of conveniences like Always‑On Display, Smart Panel, Dual App, Game Assistant, Kids Mode, and AI chatbot (“Aivana”) for on‑device assistance
- Connectivity touches include Wi‑Fi (up to 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, infrared remote, USB‑C with OTG, 3.5 mm headphone jack; notably, no NFC or wireless charging
- Security includes side-mounted fingerprint sensor and face unlock
Battery & Charging
- Packed with a 5200 mAh battery supporting 18W fast wired charging, and even offering reverse charging
- Testing shows full charge (20–100%) in about 100 minutes, and overall better battery efficiency compared to rival Lava Shark 5G
Pricing & Verdict
- In Pakistan, priced at around PKR 26,999 (~USD 83; similar pricing in Zimbabwe (approx USD 95)
- Pros:
- Sleek, lightweight build with IP64 durability
- Bright 90 Hz display
- Large battery with savvy charging features
- Feature-rich UI packed with helpful tools
- Affordable pricing with balanced specs
- Cons:
- No 5G connectivity
- Ships with Android 14, limited update assurances
- Mid-tier camera quality; struggles in low light
- Not a powerhouse in performance benchmarks
Bottom Line
The itel City 100 impresses within its ultra-budget class: a lightweight, well-built phone with a generous battery, vivid 90 Hz display, and a packed software suite. It may not be future-ready with 5G or long-term OS support, but for users prioritizing everyday performance, efficiency, and affordability, it’s a compelling option in 2025’s entry-level market.
Full Specs here: Itel City 100 Full Specifications
