Realme GT 8, GT 8 Pro Launching Today: How to Watch the Livestream? Check Specifications & Expected Pricing

The Realme GT 8 series will make its debut in India later today. The line-up will include the Realme GT 8, which will use the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, and the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5-powered Realme GT 8 Pro.

Realme GT 8 Series Launch: How to Watch Livestream

The Realme GT 8 and GT 8 Pro are launching in China today at 03:00 pm local or 12:30 pm IST. The Realme GT 8 series launch event will be streamed live on the company's website and official Weibo handle.

Realme GT 8 Series Pricing

Moreover, the Realme GT 8 Pro price in China will likely start from under CNY 4,500 (roughly Rs 55,550). The Realme GT 8 Pro is also set to make its debut in India as the first Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 smartphone in the country in November.

The Realme GT 8 price in China is expected to start from anywhere between CNY 3,000 to CNY 3,500. Moreover, we expect the Realme GT 8 Pro price in India to start from under Rs 60,000. It will compete with the iQOO 15 for the title of most affordable Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 phone in India.

Realme GT 8 Pro Specifications

The Realme GT 8 Pro boasts impressive specifications, powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor. It offers up to 24GB of RAM and a maximum of 1TB storage capacity. A dedicated R1 graphics chip enhances gaming and visual experiences. The phone also features an IP68+IP69 rating for dust and water resistance.

A standout feature of the GT 8 Pro is its substantial battery capacity of 7,000mAh, an upgrade from its predecessor's 6,500mAh. It supports both fast wired charging at 120W and wireless charging at 50W. Additionally, bypass charging technology helps prevent overheating during extended use or gaming sessions.

The device sports a flat OLED display measuring 6.78 inches with a resolution of 2K. It offers a refresh rate of 144Hz and includes an ultrasonic under-display fingerprint sensor for added security. Running on Android 16-based Realme UI 7, users can expect smooth performance from this device.

The camera setup on the GT 8 Pro is noteworthy with a Ricoh-certified primary sensor of 50MP featuring OIS. It includes another ultra-wide camera of equal resolution and a powerful telephoto lens boasting a remarkable resolution of up to 200MP using Samsung's HP5 sensor. This setup allows recording in stunning detail at up to a resolution of up to [4K] at [120fps] with Dolby Vision support.

An innovative aspect is its swappable camera module design that lets users choose between square, round, or robot-style layouts for their cameras, offering flexibility in aesthetics. Despite housing a larger battery than its predecessor, the GT 8 Pro maintains a slim profile at just 8.20mm thick, thinner than last year's model which was at an 8.5mm thickness.

Realme GT 8 Specifications

Underneath its sleek design, the Realme GT 8 is anticipated to house the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset along with an R1 gaming chip. This combination promises robust performance for users who enjoy gaming and multitasking on their smartphones.

The camera setup on the Realme GT 8 might include a primary 50MP sensor, likely the Sony LYT700, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 50MP periscope telephoto lens offering up to 3.5x zoom. For selfies, it will likely feature a 16MP front camera.

A significant highlight of the Realme GT 8 is its large battery capacity of 7000mAh, which supports rapid charging at 120W. Other notable features include an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, NFC support, and an IP68/69 rating for water and dust resistance.