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Realme GT 7 Tipped As The Most Affordable Snapdragon 8 Elite Phone, February Launch Expected

Highlights

Realme plans to launch two smartphones in China this February.
These are the Realme GT 7 and the Neo 7 SE.
Realme GT 7 is expected to be the most affordable phone to feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset.
The Neo 7 SE with a Dimensity 8400-Max chipset also targets budget-conscious users.

Realme is gearing up for the launch of two exciting smartphones the Realme Neo 7 SE and the Realme GT 7 in China this February. According to a reliable Chinese tipster, the GT 7 is set to debut as a more affordable smartphone with powerful chipset joining the previously announced Neo 7 SE.

Here’s everything we know about the upcoming phones so far.

Realme GT 7 Featuring Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset

Recent Realme GT 7 leak on Weibo. (Translated Via Google Translate)

The Realme GT 7 is expected to feature the powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset making it temporarily the most affordable phone powered by this processor. Currently, the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro holds this title with a starting price of 3,399 Yuan (approx $465).

If Realme aims to undercut this price, the GT 7 could become a highly competitive option in the flagship category.

The GT 7 Pro, which launched in November 2024, also features the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip. However, the upcoming GT 7 (spotted as RMX5090 in TENAA certifications) will differ slightly. The GT 7 will reportedly drop the periscope telephoto camera seen on the Pro model instead opting for a redesigned dual-camera setup. This reduction in camera hardware is likely aimed at keeping costs low.

While the GT 7 Pro boasts an ultrasonic in-screen fingerprint sensor, it’s unclear if the same feature will make it to the GT 7. Instead, Realme may include an optical in-screen fingerprint sensor further helping to reduce the price.

Realme Neo 7 SE – What We Know So Far?

Realme is also introducing the Neo 7 SE, which is essentially a reworked version of the Neo 7, now powered by the Dimensity 8400-Max chipset. The original Neo 7 launched in December 2024 with a Dimensity 9300+ processor. While the Neo 7 SE will retain most of the same features, its less powerful chip will position it as a more budget-friendly option.

The Neo 7 SE is expected to dethrone the Redmi Turbo 4 as the most affordable phone with a Dimensity 8400 chip. For example, the Redmi Turbo 4 launched earlier this month starts at 1,999 Yuan (approx $275).

GT 7 and Neo 7 SE – Launch (Expected)

Expected launch date teased.

If the rumours hold true, Realme will announce both the GT 7 and Neo 7 SE in late February.

The GT 7 will be the highly competitive flagship offering top-tier performance at an affordable price. On the other hand, the Neo 7 SE caters to budget-conscious users looking for solid performance without breaking the bank.

FAQs

Q1. What chipset will the Realme GT 7 feature?

Answer. The Realme GT 7 is expected to feature the powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, making it temporarily the most affordable phone powered by this processor.

Q2. What are the expected launch details for the Realme GT 7 and Neo 7 SE?

Answer. Realme will announce both the GT 7 and Neo 7 SE in late February. The GT 7 aims to offer top-tier performance at an affordable price, while the Neo 7 SE caters to budget-conscious users.

Q3. What is the difference between the Realme GT 7 and GT 7 Pro?

Answer. The upcoming GT 7 will differ slightly from the GT 7 Pro by dropping the periscope telephoto camera and possibly using an optical in-screen fingerprint sensor instead of the ultrasonic version, to keep costs low.