Realme 8 Pro vs Realme 8 5G: The Ultimate Showdown
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Realme 8 Pro takes the crown thanks to its superior display, significantly faster charging, and generally more powerful chipset. While the Realme 8 5G offers 5G connectivity and slightly better battery endurance, the Pro's overall package is more appealing for most users.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Realme 8 Pro | Realme 8 5G |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 - International | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International |
| 5G bands | - | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - International |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 1, 3, 5, 8, 38, 40, 41 - Asia | 1, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - India | |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2021, March 24 | 2021, April 21 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, March 25 | Available. Released 2021, April 28 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back |
| Dimensions | 160.6 x 73.9 x 8.1 mm (6.32 x 2.91 x 0.32 in) | 162.5 x 74.8 x 8.5 mm (6.40 x 2.94 x 0.33 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 176 g (6.21 oz) | 185 g (6.53 oz) |
| Display | ||
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| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~411 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~405 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.4 inches, 98.9 cm2 (~83.3% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.5 inches, 102.0 cm2 (~83.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | Super AMOLED, 430 nits (typ), 1000 nits (peak) | IPS LCD, 90Hz, 480 nits (typ), 600 nits |
| Always-on display | - | |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.3 GHz Kryo 465 Gold & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 465 Silver) | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7125 Snapdragon 720G (8 nm) | Mediatek Dimensity 700 (7 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 618 | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| OS | Android 11, upgradable to Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | Android 11, upgradable to Android 13, Realme UI 4.0 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM | 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM |
| UFS 2.1 | UFS 2.1 | |
| Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Quad | 108 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/1.52", 0.7µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.3, 119˚, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens | - |
| Single | - | 16 MP, f/2.1, 26mm (wide) |
| Triple | - | 48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), PDAF 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120/480fps, 720p@960fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@30fps |
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| Features | HDR, panorama | HDR |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.0", 1.0µm | 16 MP, f/2.1, 26mm (wide) |
| Video | 1080p@30/120fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| 35mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
| 24-bit/192kHz audio | 24-bit/192kHz audio | |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE | 5.1, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS |
| Radio | No | Unspecified |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 50W wired, 50% in 17 min, 100% in 47 min | 18W wired |
| Type | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Infinite Blue, Infinite Black, Punk Black, Illuminating Yellow | Supersonic Blue, Supersonic Black |
| Models | RMX3081 | RMX3241 |
| Price | About 550 EUR | About 170 EUR |
| SAR | 1.10 W/kg (head) 0.53 W/kg (body) | - |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | Endurance rating 116h | Endurance rating 118h |
| Camera | Photo / Video | Photo / Video |
| Display | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) | Contrast ratio: 1413:1 (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | -28.2 LUFS (Average) | -27.8 LUFS (Good) |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 286666 (v8) GeekBench: 1678 (v5.1) GFXBench: 16fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | AnTuTu: 302059 (v8), 361505 (v9) GeekBench: 1784 (v5.1) GFXBench: 13fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Realme 8 Pro
- Superior AMOLED Display
- Faster 50W Charging
- Generally Better Performance (Snapdragon 720G)
- Potentially Better Camera
- Slightly lower battery endurance (marginally)
- No 5G connectivity
Realme 8 5G
- 5G Connectivity
- Slightly Better Battery Endurance
- More Affordable
- LCD Display (less vibrant)
- Slower 18W Charging
- Lower Performance (Dimensity 700)
Display Comparison
The Realme 8 Pro boasts a stunning AMOLED display with an 'infinite' contrast ratio (though technically nominal, it implies excellent blacks and vibrant colors). The Realme 8 5G has an LCD panel with a contrast ratio of 1413:1, which is good but doesn't match the Pro's visual pop. The Pro also likely has better color accuracy and viewing angles.
Camera Comparison
Both phones feature capable camera systems, but the Realme 8 Pro likely has an edge due to its potentially larger sensor and more advanced image processing. While specific camera specs are missing, the Pro's chipset often supports better computational photography features. Expect slightly better low-light performance and dynamic range on the Pro.
Performance
The Snapdragon 720G in the Realme 8 Pro generally offers better performance than the Dimensity 700 in the Realme 8 5G, especially in graphics-intensive tasks. While both are capable for everyday use, the Pro will handle gaming and multitasking more smoothly. The 8 Pro's 8nm process also contributes to slightly better efficiency.
Battery Life
The Realme 8 5G has a marginally better endurance rating (118h vs 116h), suggesting slightly better battery life. However, the Realme 8 Pro's 50W charging is a game-changer, allowing it to charge significantly faster than the 8 5G's 18W charging.
Buying Guide
The Realme 8 Pro is ideal for users prioritizing a vibrant display, fast charging, and a smoother overall experience. The Realme 8 5G is a good choice for those who need 5G connectivity and want to save some money, accepting compromises in charging speed and performance.