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Key highlights

A quick look at the most important smartphone features.

Display 6.6-inch
Camera 50+2+2 MP • 16 MP
Performance Mediatek Helio G96 (12 nm)
Battery 5000 mAh • Yes
Memory 4/6 GB • 64/128 GB
Operating System Android 11

Realme 8i full specifications

Detailed specifications based on the currently listed device information.

GENERAL
Model NameRealme 8i
TouchscreenYes
ColorsSpace Black, Space Purple
Launch9 September 2021
Release Date14 September 2021
DISPLAY
Display size6.6-inch
Display typeIPS LCD
Resolution typeFHD+
Resolution2412 x 1080 Pixels
PERFORMANCE
ProcessorMediatek Helio G96 (12 nm)
CPU coresOcta-core
Clock speed2.0 GHz
GPUMali-G57 MC2
Operating systemAndroid 11
User interfaceRealme UI 2.0
CAMERA
Rear camera50+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 GB
Internal storage64/128 GB
Variants(4GB+64GB) (4GB+128GB) (6GB+128GB)
Expandable storageYes - MicroSDXC
CONNECTIVITY
Network technologyGSM/HSPA/LTE
4GYes
5GNo
Wi-FiYes
Wi-Fi version802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
BluetoothYes
NFCNo
GPSYes
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
Headphone jackNo
InfraredNo
DESIGN & FEATURES
Dimensions164.1 x 75.5 x 8.5
Weight194
BuildGlass front, plastic frame, plastic back
SIM typeDual
SIM sizeNano SIM
FingerprintYes (Side-mounted)
AccelerometerYes
ProximityYes
GyroscopeYes
CompassYes
Release date14 September 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 8i price in South Africa?

The listed Realme 8i price in South Africa is ZAR 2560. Retail prices may vary.

Is the Realme 8i available in South Africa?

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

Does the Realme 8i support 5G?

No, the Realme 8i is listed without 5G support.

What are the Realme 8i battery and charging specifications?

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

What display does the Realme 8i have?

The Realme 8i has a 6.6-inch IPS LCD display, according to its listed specifications.

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