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A quick look at the most important smartphone features.

Display 6.5-inch
Camera 48+2+2 MP • 16 MP
Performance MediaTek Dimensity 700 5G (7 nm)
Battery 5000 mAh • Yes
Memory 4/6/8 GB • 64/128 GB
Operating System Android 11

Realme 8 5G full specifications

Detailed specifications based on the currently listed device information.

GENERAL
Model NameRealme 8 5G
TouchscreenYes
ColorsSupersonic Blue, Supersonic Black
Launch21 April 2021
Release Date28 April 2021
DISPLAY
Display size6.5-inch
Display typeIPS LCD
Resolution typeFHD+
Resolution2400 x 1080 Pixels
PERFORMANCE
ProcessorMediaTek Dimensity 700 5G (7 nm)
CPU coresOcta-core
Clock speed2.0 GHz
GPUMali-G57 MC2
Operating systemAndroid 11
User interfaceRealme UI 2.0
CAMERA
Rear camera48+2+2 MP
Rear camera typeTriple
Selfie camera16 MP
Selfie camera typeSingle
FlashYes
BATTERY
Battery capacity5000 mAh
Battery typeNon-Removable
ChargingYes
MEMORY & STORAGE
RAM4/6/8 GB
Internal storage64/128 GB
Variants(4GB+64GB) (4GB+128GB) (6GB+128GB) (8GB+128GB)
Expandable storageYes - MicroSDXC
CONNECTIVITY
Network technologyGSM/HSPA/LTE/5G
4GYes
5GYes
Wi-FiYes
Wi-Fi version802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
BluetoothYes
NFCYes
GPSYes
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
Headphone jack3.5 mm
InfraredNo
DESIGN & FEATURES
Dimensions162.5 x 74.8 x 8.5
Weight185
Build-
SIM typeDual
SIM sizeNano SIM
FingerprintYes (Side-mounted)
AccelerometerYes
ProximityYes
GyroscopeYes
CompassYes
Release date28 April 2021

Phone performance scores

80/100

AssuredZone overall score

Average of the four category scores.
Display80/100
Processor80/100
Camera80/100
Battery80/100

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Realme 8 5G price in South Africa?

The listed Realme 8 5G price in South Africa is ZAR 3044. Retail prices may vary.

Is the Realme 8 5G available in South Africa?

The current availability of Realme 8 5G in South Africa has not been confirmed.

Does the Realme 8 5G support 5G?

Yes, the Realme 8 5G supports 5G connectivity. Network compatibility depends on your carrier.

What are the Realme 8 5G battery and charging specifications?

The Realme 8 5G has a 5000 mAh battery; the listed charging specification is Yes.

What display does the Realme 8 5G have?

The Realme 8 5G has a 6.5-inch IPS LCD display, according to its listed specifications.

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