Realme appears to be repositioning its upcoming GT 8 Pro into the premium smartphone category, according to a recent leak as per tipster Digital Chat Station. The leak also suggests that the GT 8 Pro may arrive with a considerable price increase thanks to upgraded specs and positioning as compared to the Realme GT 7 Pro from last year.
Realme GT 8 Pro to arrive with an increased price
The latest leak by DCS suggests that the Realme GT 8 Pro is said to be Realme’s most premium offering yet, bringing improvements in areas such as screen quality, processing power, and camera technology. These enhancements are expected to distance it from the current GT 7 Pro, which debuted in November 2024 at 3,599 Yuan (~$500).
There is a possibility that the GT 8 Pro could be launched at 3,999 Yuan (~$550) for the base variant. This potential shift could signal Realme’s intent to compete more aggressively in the flagship arena, putting it head-to-head with top-tier rivals.
Realme GT 8 Pro specifications (rumored)
Recent reports have revealed that the Realme GT 8 Pro may sport a flat OLED display with 2K resolution and an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner embedded under the screen. Under the hood, it is expected to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 processor, the next-gen flagship chipset from Qualcomm.
Battery capacity might reach 7,000mAh, supported by 100W fast charging. One of the most striking upgrades could be in the camera department, with a 200-megapixel periscope lens likely to feature in the setup. Additionally, the device may adopt a metal middle frame to enhance durability and offer a more refined feel in hand. Since it is expected to launch in the last quarter of 2025, it is likely to ship with the Realme UI 7-based Android 16.
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