Realme has officially introduced its most ambitious flagship yet, the Realme GT 8 Pro, in the Indian market. The smartphone arrives with a bold design philosophy, the world’s first switchable camera bump, the powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, a 2K HyperGlow display delivering a peak brightness of 7,000 nits, and a massive 7,000mAh battery with ultra-fast charging. Realme has also partnered with Japan’s iconic Ricoh GR to develop a photography system aimed at professionals, hobbyists and mobile creators.
With the GT 8 Pro, Realme positions itself directly against rivals such as the OnePlus 15 and Oppo Find X9 Pro. Sales begin on November 25 through Realme’s website, Flipkart and authorised offline stores.
Key Highlights: Realme GT 8 Pro Brings a New Era of Modular Flagship Design
- Launched in India with prices starting at ₹72,999; Dream Edition at ₹79,999
- Powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, TSMC 3nm architecture
- Ricoh GR-engineered camera system with 50MP main, 50MP ultra-wide and 200MP telephoto
- World’s first switchable camera bump for customizable camera island styles
- 6.79-inch 2K HyperGlow AMOLED display, 144Hz refresh rate, 7,000 nits peak brightness
- 7,000mAh battery with 120W wired and 50W wireless charging
- Realme UI 7.0, based on Android 16 with new AI features and multitasking tools
- 7K Ultimate VC Cooling System for sustained gaming and performance
- Livestreamed launch event at 12 PM IST via Realme’s website and official YouTube channel
Realme GT 8 Pro India Launch: When and Where Viewers Watched It Live
Realme hosted the GT 8 Pro India launch event at 12:00 PM IST, streaming it live on the company’s official website and YouTube channel. Soon after the event, Realme opened availability through Flipkart, Realme’s online store and authorized retail partners across India.
A Bold, Modular Redesign: Introducing the World’s First Switchable Camera Bump
Realme takes its most daring design step yet with the world’s first switchable camera bump. This modular island can be detached and replaced, allowing users to choose between multiple camera island designs, textures and layouts.
The Urban Blue variant stands out with its organosilicon leather finish and photonic nano-carving, producing a matte, paper-like texture. The metal frame, dual 2.5D curvature and balanced weight distribution give the phone a premium in-hand feel despite its large battery.
The GT 8 Pro includes an IP68 rating, aligning with competitors, though the OnePlus 15 still holds a wider set of durability certifications and the Oppo Find X9 Pro continues to lead with its rugged SGS Five-Star build.
A Display Built to Outshine the Competition
The Realme GT 8 Pro stands out with a 6.79-inch 2K HyperGlow AMOLED panel featuring:
- 144Hz refresh rate
- 10-bit color depth
- 7000-nit peak brightness
- Full DC Dimming
- Dolby Vision and HDR10+ support
- 3200Hz touch response
- Circular Polarizer for improved outdoor visibility
This display surpasses the Oppo Find X9 Pro’s 3,600 nits and the OnePlus 15’s 1,800 nits peak brightness, making it one of the brightest screens on any smartphone to date. The FIAA ultra-thin bezels create a nearly borderless profile, marking a significant improvement over the previous GT 7 Pro.
Realme UI 7.0 and NEXT AI Tools: Polished but Still Growing
Running on Android 16, Realme UI 7.0 brings refined animations, a lighter visual aesthetic and better system fluidity. New AI-powered tools include:
- AI Notify Brief for summarising notifications
- AI Framing Master for intelligent composition assistance
- AI Gaming Coach for performance optimisation
- AI Smart Reply for contextual quick responses
- Multi-task sidebar for simultaneous app handling (supports up to 12 apps)
Realme also introduces cross-ecosystem features, including iPhone and Apple Watch Connect, allowing call sync and partial health integration. While improved, UI polish still trails the finesse of OxygenOS 16 and ColorOS 16.
Performance: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Leads the Charge
At the core of the GT 8 Pro is the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, Qualcomm’s most powerful mobile chip to date, built on a 3nm process. Paired with the HyperVision+ AI chip, the phone achieves:
- Single-core Geekbench score: 3647
- Multi-core Geekbench score: 10,698
- AnTuTu score: 3,685,578
These numbers position the device among the most powerful 2025 flagships. Paired with 12GB LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage, the phone handles heavy loads including 4K video editing, multi-app workflows and eSports gaming effortlessly.
Gaming Experience:
The device uses the 7K Ultimate VC Cooling System and realme’s AI Super Frame engine for stable high-frame-rate performance in titles like BGMI and CODM. Realme sustains longer performance than the OnePlus 15, though OnePlus still leads slightly in peak GPU stability.
Ricoh GR-Powered Camera System: Realme’s Most Ambitious Imaging Upgrade
Realme’s collaboration with Ricoh GR brings a professional photography style rarely seen in smartphones. The camera setup includes:
- 50MP IMX906 main sensor (28mm and 40mm focal lengths)
- 50MP ultra-wide lens (116-degree field of view)
- 200MP HP5 telephoto with 12x lossless zoom
- 32MP front camera with 4K 60fps video
Key highlights:
- Snap Focus mode and Super QPD Snap Algorithm deliver near-instant captures
- Ricoh GR Film Tone profiles offer grounded, cinematic color science
- Daylight results are natural and balanced, avoiding aggressive processing
- Night mode maintains accurate highlights and minimal noise
- Strong portrait separation with realistic skin texture
This setup gives Realme a distinct imaging identity, positioning it closer to enthusiast-grade street photography.
Battery and Charging: Power That Lasts
Equipped with a 7,000mAh Titan battery, the GT 8 Pro delivers:
- Over 20 hours of video streaming
- More than 8 hours of gaming
- 1.5 days of heavy use
- Up to 2 days of moderate usage
Charging speeds:
- 120W Ultra Charge: 0–50% in 15 minutes, 0–100% in 43 minutes
- 50W wireless charging: First for Realme
Compared to rivals, Realme sits between the OnePlus 15’s 7,300mAh and Oppo Find X9 Pro’s 7,500mAh silicon-carbon battery, but charges faster than both.
Realme’s New Flagship Identity: A Confident Step Forward
The Realme GT 8 Pro marks the brand’s most confident flagship evolution so far. It blends a daring modular design, industry-leading display brightness, robust performance, and a photography experience shaped by Ricoh GR.
While the software still needs refinement and durability lags behind some rivals, Realme has successfully crafted a flagship that stands shoulder-to-shoulder with established players. With pricing starting at ₹72,999, the GT 8 Pro is a device built with character, power and creativity, firmly placing Realme into the 2025 flagship race.
Understanding the Real Purpose of Human Life
In today’s age of technology and fast-changing lifestyles, people often remain unaware of the real purpose of human life. According to the eternal spiritual wisdom of Tatvdarshi Saint Rampal Ji Maharaj, the human body is extremely precious because it is the only medium through which a soul can attain complete salvation.
His Divine Knowledge clearly explains that God has Himself permitted the creation of advanced technology so that His True Spiritual Message can reach His children across the world.
Tatvdarshi Saint Rampal Ji Maharaj teaches that liberation is possible only by understanding the true identity of the Supreme God through authentic scriptures and walking on the path of bhakti shown by a Complete Saint. His Spiritual Discourses remove illusions, eliminate unnecessary rituals and guide seekers toward a peaceful, pure and purposeful life.
For more authentic spiritual knowledge, visit: www.jagatgururampalji.org
YouTube Channel: Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj
FAQs on the Realme GT 8 Pro India Launch
1. What is the price of the Realme GT 8 Pro in India?
The Realme GT 8 Pro starts at ₹72,999 in India, while the Dream Edition variant is priced at ₹79,999.
2. Which processor powers the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset built on a 3nm TSMC architecture.
3. What are the key camera features of the Realme GT 8 Pro?
It features a Ricoh GR-tuned system with 50MP main, 50MP ultra-wide and 200MP telephoto lenses, plus a 32MP front camera.
4. How bright is the Realme GT 8 Pro display?
The smartphone offers a peak brightness of 7,000 nits on its 6.79-inch 2K HyperGlow AMOLED display.
5. What is the battery capacity of the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro houses a 7,000mAh battery with 120W wired and 50W wireless fast charging support.
