PhoneLifespan

itel RS4

Avoid buyingValue Score 40/100
$95
Launched around ₹8,990 in India; positioned as a budget gaming phone. Street ~$95. Converted to USD
$108 at launch

How long will it last?

Our estimate

Supported until April 2026 · Buy-by April 2024

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Apple doesn't publish an end date, but iPhones have a consistent ~2-year update track record — on that basis the RS4 should be supported until around April 2026. Buying it today still gets you about -0.2 years of safe use (Apple's written legal minimum is 5 years).

Source: itel's documentation · last verified 2026-06-17 · how we compute this

Our verdict

A budget "gaming" phone leaning on the Helio G99 and fast 45W charging, but with a low-res screen and short support.

Pros

  • Helio G99 Ultimate is genuinely capable for the price
  • Fast 45W charging, rare in this segment
  • Up to 12GB RAM for smoother multitasking

Cons

  • Only an HD+ panel despite the gaming positioning
  • 4G-only with no 5G and limited software updates
Best for: Budget mobile gamersBest for: Fast-charging seekersAvoid if: 5G must-havesAvoid if: Sharp-display seekers

Full specifications

Display

💡 Bigger numbers = smoother scrolling (Hz) and easier outdoor reading (nits).

Screen6.56-inch IPS LCD, HD+, 120Hz
Performance

💡 The phone's brain — it decides speed today and how well it ages.

ChipsetMediaTek Helio G99 Ultimate (6nm)
RAM6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage128GB / 256GB
Cameras

💡 Megapixels aren't everything — lens variety matters more day-to-day.

main50MP — f/1.6
front8MP
Battery & charging

💡 Capacity in mAh — bigger usually means longer between charges.

Battery5,000 mAh
Charging45W wired
Build

💡 Size, weight, and the materials between your phone and the floor.

Dimensions164 × 75 × 8.6 mm
Weight200 g
MaterialsPlastic frame and back
Water resistanceNot rated
Software & connectivity

💡 The software it ships with, and how far it can upgrade.

SoftwareAndroid 13 with itel OS 13 at launch
Connectivity4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, USB-C, side fingerprint
Update policy~1 years of updates (our estimate from itel's track record — written minimum is 5 years)

Better-value alternatives

Similar price, lower cost per month of safe ownership.

Frequently asked questions

Is the itel RS4 good for gaming?

For its price, yes. The MediaTek Helio G99 Ultimate and up to 12GB RAM handle popular games well, though the HD+ screen limits visual sharpness.

How fast does it charge?

It supports 45W wired charging, well above itel's usual 10-18W, refilling the 5000mAh battery quickly.

Does it support 5G?

No. The RS4 is a 4G LTE phone; itel reserves 5G for models like the P55 5G.

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Specs are collected from manufacturer documentation; prices reflect major US retailers and change often. Support end dates follow each brand's official policy (or, for Apple, its documented historical pattern). Last verified 2026-06-17.