The Realme 8 Pro, launched on March 24, 2021, is a versatile mobile phone designed to deliver exceptional performance and photography capabilities. It targets users seeking advanced features and a stylish design in a mid-range smartphone.
Design
With dimensions of 160.6 x 73.9 x 8.1 mm and weighing 176 g, the Realme 8 Pro is available in Infinite Blue, Infinite Black, Punk Black, and Illuminating Yellow colors, offering a blend of aesthetics and functionality. Its compact build houses a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, enhancing visual clarity and touch responsiveness.
Software
Running on Android 11 OS with Realme UI 2.0, the Realme 8 Pro provides a streamlined user interface optimized for efficiency and customization. It integrates modern features to enhance user experience and productivity.
Hardware
Powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G chipset (8 nm) with a CPU configuration of 2 x 2.3 GHz Kryo 465 Gold + 6 x 1.8 GHz Kryo 465 Silver, and Adreno 618 GPU, the Realme 8 Pro ensures smooth performance for gaming and multitasking. It comes with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, expandable via a dedicated card slot.
Network
Supporting dual SIM (Nano-SIM) with dual standby functionality, the Realme 8 Pro connects reliably to 2G, 3G, and 4G networks, providing seamless communication and internet access. However, it does not support 5G connectivity.
Display
Featuring a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen with a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels (~411 PPI), the Realme 8 Pro offers vibrant colors and deep contrasts. It supports an Always-on display feature, enhancing usability and convenience.
Camera
The Realme 8 Pro boasts a versatile quad-camera setup on the rear, including a 108 MP main sensor with PDAF for fast focusing, an 8 MP ultrawide lens, and 2 MP macro and depth sensors, supported by an LED flash. The front camera features a 16 MP sensor capable of capturing detailed selfies and supporting video recording at up to 1080p@120fps with gyro-EIS. Camera features include HDR, panorama, and advanced video recording capabilities.
Performance
With an AnTuTu score of 286,454, the Realme 8 Pro delivers robust performance suitable for demanding applications and gaming. It supports 60FPS in smooth settings for popular mobile games like PUBG Mobile and Call of Duty Mobile, ensuring a seamless gaming experience.