The Realme GT 8 series is ready for an October launch, introducing upgraded hardware compared to last year’s Realme GT 7 lineup. The excitement around Realme’s flagship lineup is building again. Realme is gearing up to launch its flagship smartphone in October in China. The upcoming smartphone series will come up with two models on the horizon, the Realme GT 8 and Realme GT 8 Pro.
However, there is no official information about the Realme GT 8 and Realme GT 8 Pro launch date in India. Few new leaks has surfaced ahead of the official launch. These leak confirms earlier rumors about the chipset, display, and camera specifications. Also Read: iPhone 17 Series Tipped To Get Price Hike, Except THIS Model
Realme 8 Series Leaks and Rumors
The Android flagship competition is intensifying for late 2025, with major brands ready to unveil their latest innovations. According to recent rumors, the Xiaomi 16 Series is possibly landing as early as September. Realme has officially set its sights on an October launch, and early indications suggest the brand is gearing up for an ambitious release. Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S24 One UI 8 Beta is here; Galaxy S23 Users must wait
After the successful Realme GT 7 Series, the brand is now gearing up for its next big release. While early leaks centered on the Pro model, fresh Weibo tips now outline the standard Realme GT 8’s display size and battery capacity with greater clarity. It means that this time the spotlight is on the upcoming Realme GT 8. Remember Realme hasn’t officially confirmed all these details.
Realme GT 8 and 8 Pro with New Look
Realme Vice President Chase Xu recently hinted at the arrival of the GT 8 series through a cryptic Weibo post. Another senior executive, Wang Wei, reportedly confirmed an October release window. Adding to the excitement, Realme’s product manager has teased that the GT 8 lineup will feature significant design changes. Also Read: Poco M7 Plus 5G with 7,000mAh Battery, 144hz display launched in India
Although, he is remaining tight-lipped on the details but has promised a revamped design and some exciting surprises for the upcoming launch. Realme has hinted at launches before, but this time the hardware leaks indicate a serious push into the ultra-premium segment. Let’s have a closer look at what’s coming. Also Read: Oppo K13 Turbo 5G mobile review: A true gaming smartphone series under 40000
“I always believe that the first selling point of any product is its design. That’s why you can eagerly look forward to the upcoming GT8 series. It’s sure to be a surprise,” (translated from Chinese), he said. This means that the two upcoming models are expected to come with significant design improvements and performance enhancements alongside larger batteries. Also Read: Windows 11 upgrade could be free for Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 PCs
Realme RMX6699 radio certified
In a new development, a new Realme device has surfaced in the database of China’s radio certification platform. This device is likely be the vanilla Realme GT 8. As per the certification, a Realme smartphone with the RMX6699 model number has been approved by China’s radio certification platform. As usual, the listing has not revealed anything significant about the device.
Although, this leak hints that the launch is drawing near. According to Chinese tech blogger WHY LAB, this forthcoming device is likely to be the vanilla variant. These leaks corroborates with the multiple Weibo posts in the recent past. The next-generation Realme GT series looks like a serious contender. Also Read: Moto g86 Power 5G with 6720mAh battery launched in India for Rs 17999
Realme GT 8, Realme GT 8 Pro: Key Specifications and Features
The upcoming GT 8 series is tipped to feature an AMOLED display with 2K resolution for a premium viewing experience. The Realme GT 8 could feature a flat display, which will be smaller than the GT 8 Pro. Both the variants are expected to be powered by the flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon Elite chipset. Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S25 FE listing hints at colors, price, specifications
Realme 8 Series: The Most Advanced Flagships
Tipster Sudhanshu Ambhore (@Sudhanshu1414) shared key details about the Realme GT 8 series. The leak was posted on X (formerly Twitter). The tipster revealed the upcoming phones will sport a 200 MP telephoto camera and a flat 2K AMOLED display. He mentioned an unspecified Snapdragon 8 series processor, but earlier leaks have confirmed the devices will use the next-gen Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 chipset.
Realme GT 8 display quality 2K AMOLED
The upcoming Realme GT 8 series is tipped to launch with an AMOLED display with 2K resolution. The standard variant is expected to be more compact than the GT 8 Pro. If the leaks are true, the GT 8 Pro will sport a 6.85-inch 2K OLED panel supplied by Samsung. This display could come with an anti-glare coating similar to the one found on the Galaxy S25 Ultra.
- The 6.78 inch 120Hz Quad-curved display offers smooth and immersive visuals, enhancing daily use, gaming, and video view…
- Long-lasting Battery with Fast ChargeEquipped with a 5800mAh battery, it provides all-day power. The 120W Ultra charge …
- The 124MP AI Cameras capture clear and detailed photos in various scenarios, perfect for preserving everyday moments.
The vanilla Realme GT 8 is likely to feature a 6.6-inch flat display, which will make it smaller than the GT 8 Pro. Both AMOLED display will also feature an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor and will be surrounded by a metal frame. Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Specifications have been Leaked Online
Realme GT 8 Series with Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 chipset
Under the hood, both the GT 8 and GT 8 Pro smartphones could use Qualcomm’s upcoming Snapdragon 8 Elite 2. These flagship series models will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 processor. The same next-gen processor is likely to power other Android flagships from different smartphone brands.
Battery Life and Charging Details
The latest leak suggests the Realme GT 8 Series may feature a large 7,000mAh battery. Details about other features like charging details and heat management system are still being kept under wraps. However, few rumor hints at 100W fast charging, could also give some serious stamina. Also Read: Vivo Y400 5G Mobile with Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 Launched in India for Rs 21999
Durability could see a boost with the new model. Reports suggest a metal middle frame, which Realme hasn’t consistently used in previous GT series phones. On the software front, the duo could ship with Realme UI 7 based on Android 16, bringing new features and UI enhancements. Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S26 Series Battery Upgrade and 65W Fast Charging Leak
Realme GT 8 series camera specifications
The Chinese smartphone makers will be partnering with a popular camera brand for the upcoming GT 8 series. This could mark the company’s most advanced flagship yet. However, Realme has not confirmed any details about this collaboration. Also Read: iQOO Z10 Lite 5G Review: Specifications, Price in India
Camera improvements are likely to be a key highlight of the Realme GT 8 Pro. Leaks indicate it could come with a 200 MP periscope telephoto lens in the rear camera setup. The telephoto lens is likely to get the Samsung’s HP9 sensor. This is the same sensor that is available on the Oppo’s Find X9 Pro.
Realme GT 7 Series in India
Previously, the Chinese tech brand launched the Realme GT 7 in India in May. This the predecessor to the upcoming GT 8. The vanilla GT 7 first went live in China in April. The Realme GT 7 Pro was unveiled in India in November last year after making its initial debut in China. Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+, Galaxy S23 Ultra launched: hands-on review
Realme GT 8 Series: Price (Expected)
While pricing for the GT 8 series remains unconfirmed, reports indicate the Realme GT 8 Pro may come with a higher price tag than its predecessor. At the launch, the Realme GT 7 Pro Price in India was Rs 43,999 for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant. This means that the GT 8 Pro Price in India could be even higher. According to rumors, the GT 8 Pro could start at approximately 3,999 yuan (around Rs 48,711).
As anticipation builds for the Realme GT 8 series, consumers and tech enthusiasts alike are eager to see how the new devices will enhance the features and performance established by their predecessor. Keep an eye on the broader flagship rollouts this season from Xiaomi’s possible 7,000mAh talks to Oppo’s periscope ambitions because the GT 8 will stand against all of them.
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