Realme Neo 8 Launching Today: How to Watch the Livestream? Check Full Specifications and Pricing

Realme is launching a new smartphone in its Neo series in China today alongside a pair of true wireless earbuds. The Realme Neo 8 will debut as the company's first smartphone to incorporate the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset. Realme has already teased several details about its upcoming Neo 8 smartphone, although let's start with the launch details.

Realme Neo 8 Launch: How to Watch the Livestream

The Realme Neo 8 is launching in China later today at 07:00 pm local time or 04:30 pm IST. Those interested in watching the Realme Neo 8 event live can do so on the company's official Weibo handle. Additionally, the Realme Buds T200 Lite will also be unveiled alongside the Neo 8.

Realme Neo 8 Launching Today: What to Expect

Leaked information from Oppo's customer support platform, reported by Gizmochina, lists several Realme Neo 8 storage options. The screenshot suggests four main memory variants: 12GB + 256GB, 12GB + 512GB, 16GB + 512GB, and 16GB + 1TB. These details provide an early view of possible price positioning.

The same report also mentions different pricing for these configurations in China, along with Indian currency conversions. These figures are not official yet, but they give a range for Realme's possible strategy.

Variant	Price (CNY)	Approx. Price (Rs.)
12GB + 256GB	CNY 2,599	Rs. 34,200 (approx.)
12GB + 512GB	CNY 3,099	Rs. 40,800 (approx.)
16GB + 256GB	CNY 2,899	Rs. 38,200 (approx.)
16GB + 512GB	CNY 3,399	Rs. 44,700 (approx.)
16GB + 1TB	CNY 3,899	Rs. 51,300 (approx.)

Realme Neo 8 Specifications: What We Know So Far

The Realme Neo 8 will use a Samsung Display M14 OLED screen with a 165Hz refresh rate. Realme states that peak brightness will reach up to 6,500 nits. The display reportedly offers an 8ms response time and aims to reduce strobe effects. Eye protection features are also part of the panel.

For security, Realme has confirmed an in-display 3D ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. According to the company, this sensor can recognise fingerprints even with wet hands. The handset also includes an X-axis linear motor for stronger haptic feedback and a super-linear stereo speaker system for audio.

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset is at the centre of the Realme Neo 8 performance claims. Realme says the device scores over 3.58 million points on the AnTuTu benchmark. AI tools such as AI one-click flash memory, AI live dialogue, and AI smart documents will be part of the software suite.

Power comes from an 8,000mAh battery, with Realme adding support for bypass charging. The brand claims up to five years of sustained battery performance. The phone also offers IP66, IP68, and IP69 ratings for protection against dust and water, which is uncommon at this price level.

The company has also detailed the Realme Neo8 camera hardware on Weibo. The rear setup is led by a 50MP Sony IMX896 primary sensor. The Realme Neo8 adds a 50MP periscope telephoto camera with 3.5x optical zoom, 7x lossless zoom and 120x digital zoom, plus an 8MP ultrawide camera and a 16MP front camera.

Realme confirms that the Neo 8 will debut in Cyber Purple, Mecha Grey, and Origin White finishes. Each colour option features a transparent back panel, revealing some internal design elements. The phone will also carry Crystal Armor Glass on the front for added screen protection.