Highlights
- Realme GT8 and GT8 Pro launched in China featuring a 6.79″ 2K 144Hz OLED display, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, R1 graphics engine, and a 7000mAh battery with up to 120W fast charging.
- GT8 Pro boasts a 200MP Ricoh-engineered periscope lens with GR modes, 8K imaging, and custom tones; GT8 offers a 50MP periscope and 16MP front camera.
- Prices start at ¥2899 ($561) for the base Realme GT8 model in China.
Caption – Realme GT8 and Realme GT8 Pro launched in China. (Image credit – Realme)
Realme has officially unveiled Realme GT8 and Realme GT8 Pro flagship smartphones in China. The smartphone lineup marks a major leap forward in design, display, performance, and camera technology. Both phones feature cutting-edge specifications and will soon make their way to global markets. Here’s more about both model.
Realme GT8 and Realme GT8 Pro – Display, Processor, Battery and More
The realme GT8 series boasts a 6.79-inch 2K 144Hz Sky Dome OLED flat display with an impressive 3200Hz instantaneous touch sampling rate and 360Hz four-finger sampling rate. Built using Q10 + BOE custom luminous materials, the screen offers up to 7000 nits peak brightness, 2000 nits global brightness, and 4000 nits Sunlight Display, delivering twice the brightness for clearer outdoor visibility.
It also supports hardware-level DC dimming, 1-nit ultra-dark mode, and True Color eye protection with a dedicated eye comfort mode.
Both devices are powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, paired with up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and up to 1TB UFS 4.1 storage. To keep performance stable, realme has equipped the phones with a massive 7000mm² Ultra-Coverage Cold Front Cooling VC system, its largest ever that offers 30% more coverage than its predecessor.
The phones also integrate a dedicated R1 graphics chip, enabling super-resolution and super-frame modes for over 100 mobile games. The GT Performance Engine supports 2K+120FPS gameplay and 144Hz high-frame modes in select popular shooting titles.
For audio, the devices feature Dual 1115E symmetrical speakers with N’Bass bass enhancement, a full-cavity design, and an immersive surround sound field.
In terms of haptics, they include an 0816 AAC top-level ultra-wideband pulse motor based on third-generation ESA technology, offering precise and powerful 4D vibration feedback for gaming.
The GT8 series houses a 7000mAh second-gen Titan battery. As for charging, here’s what both models offer –
- GT8: 100W wired fast charging
- GT8 Pro: 120W wired + 50W wireless flash charging (50% charge in just 15 minutes
Both phones fully charge in under 45 minutes and feature the Sky Communication System with Sky Signal Chip S1, improving cellular gaming performance by 25% even under weak signal conditions. They support N79 and 21 global 5G bands.
The phones run Android 16 with realme UI 7.0 on top and come with IP66, IP68, and IP69 dust and water resistance ratings, a first for the GT lineup.
Realme GT8 and Realme GT8 Pro – Camera System
Realme has partnered with Ricoh Imaging Company to co-engineer the GT8 Pro’s camera system, drawing inspiration from Ricoh’s GR series. The phone features a 200MP Ultra-Light and Shadow Periscope Telephoto lens, meeting official Ricoh GR optical standards. The co-developed ultra-high transparency lens group ensures low glare, high clarity, and minimal distortion.
A special “Ricoh GR Mode” is included, featuring –
- Fast Operation – Mimics Ricoh GR IV’s quick shutter response and signature sound.
- Snap Mode – Lets users preset focus distance for instant captures.
- Viewfinder Mode – Offers an unobstructed, minimalist view for composing shots.
The GT8 Pro also supports two Ricoh-style focal lengths, 28mm for wide shots and 40mm for tighter compositions, alongside five exclusive GR tones. These tones include Standard, Positive Film, Negative Film, Monotone, and High-Contrast B&W. Users can also create custom tones via the “Customised Tone” feature.
Camera Specs
Realme GT8 Pro –
- 200MP periscope telephoto lens
- 50MP 1/1.56″ main camera
- 50MP ultra-wide sensor
- 32MP front camera
Realme GT8 –
- 50MP 1/1.56″ main camera
- 50MP 3.5X periscope telephoto
- 8MP ultra-wide sensor
- 16MP front camera
The 200MP lens supports –
- True 200MP Mode with multi-frame fusion
- 8K Ultra-HD imaging with 4x resolution
- 3x Optical Zoom and 6x Lossless Zoom
- 25cm Telephoto Close-ups for capturing intricate details
Realme GT8 Pro Design Elements
The realme GT8 Pro introduces a “new mechanical assembly design”, making it the first smartphone in the industry with a detachable and replaceable Deco system. Users can switch between various lens module designs –
- Functional Robot – The default module combines the flash, colour temperature sensor, and screws into a robotic shape.
- Classic Round Deco – Offers a balanced, timeless aesthetic.
- Square Deco – Features a metal porthole design with bold lines for a performance-oriented look.
- Transparent Rubik’s Cube – Adds a futuristic touch, resembling a robot with a space helmet.
Colour options are as follows –
- White – AG frosted glass finish, smooth and fingerprint-resistant.
- Blue – Recycled paper-like leather texture, elegant yet durable.
- Green – Refreshing tone with a unique paper texture that stands out.
Meanwhile, the GT8 carries a non-replaceable circular camera design and comes in similar shades.
Realme GT8 and Realme GT8 Pro – Price and Availability
The Realme GT8 and GT8 Pro are now available in China with global launches confirmed soon.
Prices –
- Realme GT8 12GB+256GB – 2899 yuan (USD 407 / Rs. 35,850 approx.)
- Realme GT8 16GB+256GB – 3199 yuan (USD 449 / Rs. 39,560 approx.)
- Realme GT8 12GB+512GB – 3399 yuan (USD 477 / Rs. 42,030 approx.)
- Realme GT8 16GB+512GB – 3599 yuan (USD 505 / Rs. 44,505 approx.)
- Realme GT8 16GB+1TB – 4099 yuan (USD 575 / Rs. 50,690 approx.)
- Realme GT8 Pro 12GB+256GB – 3999 yuan (USD 561 / Rs. 49,440 approx.)
- Realme GT8 Pro 16GB+256GB – 4299 yuan (USD 603 / Rs. 53,150 approx.)
- Realme GT8 Pro 12GB+512GB – 4499 yuan (USD 631 / Rs. 55,625 approx.)
- Realme GT8 Pro 16GB+512GB – 4699 yuan (USD 660 / Rs. 58,095 approx.)
- Realme GT8 Pro 16GB+1TB – 5199 yuan (USD 730 / Rs. 64,280 approx.)
FAQs
Q1. What processors power the Realme GT8 and GT8 Pro?
Answer. Both phones are powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, paired with up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and up to 1TB UFS 4.1 storage for flagship-level performance.
Q2. What are the camera specs of the Realme GT8 Pro?
Answer. The GT8 Pro features a 200MP periscope telephoto lens, 50MP main sensor, 50MP ultra-wide camera, and a 32MP front camera, co-developed with Ricoh Imaging.
Q3. What’s unique about the Realme GT8 Pro’s design?
Answer. It introduces a modular Deco system with swappable lens modules like Functional Robot, Classic Round, and Transparent Rubik’s Cube, offering customizable aesthetics.
Q4. How fast do the Realme GT8 and GT8 Pro charge?
Answer. The GT8 supports 100W wired charging, while the GT8 Pro offers 120W wired and 50W wireless charging, reaching 50% in just 15 minutes and full charge in under 45 minutes.
Q5. What is the price range for the Realme GT8 series in China?
Answer. The GT8 starts at ¥2,899 ($561), with multiple configurations up to 16GB RAM and 1TB storage.