Realme 17T 5G surfaces in real life with a redesigned camera island

Realme’s upcoming T-series phone has surfaced in a leaked photo with a different rear camera layout than its predecessor. The Realme 17T 5G retains the boxy camera island, but the lenses and flash are arranged slightly differently.

Compared to the Realme 16T, which has three separate elements in the camera island, the Realme 17T 5G groups the lenses and flash into two long, rounded strips arranged horizontally.

The camera module still has that squircle shape, but the new arrangement gives the back a noticeably different look. It also brings to mind Google’s Pixel 9 Pro Fold, which uses a similar horizontal camera bar. However, there’s no indication that Realme borrowed Google’s design, and the two phones otherwise have little in common.

The leaked image shows the Realme 17T 5G in black. Realme may introduce additional colour options, but the photo does not provide any clues about other finishes.

What we know about the Realme 17T 5G so far

Beyond the rear design, there is little information about the phone. The leak does not mention its chipset, battery capacity, display, or camera specifications. Pricing and launch details are also unknown, and Realme has yet to confirm the device.

More information could emerge through certification listings and benchmark databases in the coming weeks. The Realme 16T, for example, appeared on Geekbench before its launch, revealing its processor and memory configuration. A similar listing for the Realme 17T 5G would give us a better idea of what to expect from the new model.

Its predecessor has a 6.81-inch HD+ IPS LCD screen with a 144Hz refresh rate, a Dimensity 6300 processor, a 50MP main and 16MP selfie camera, and an 8000mAh battery with 45W charging. Expect the Realme 17T to follow a similar budget lineage.

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