realme introduces the GT 8 Pro, the brand’s most ambitious flagship with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, a 7000 mAh titanium battery and exclusive RICOH GR camera system for authentic street photography. The partnership with the legendary compact camera manufacturer brings classic focal lengths and film looks to the smartphone, complemented by AI optimization and an interchangeable camera design. The Dream Edition with Aston Martin F1 aesthetics also stands out.
- Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 with Hyper Vision+ AI chip for 20% more performance and 144 Hz graphics.
- 7000 mAh battery with 120W Ultra Charge and 50W wireless charging for over 20 hours of video.
- RICOH GR system with 28/40 mm focal lengths, five film styles plus 200 MP telephoto and 50 MP ultra wide angle.
- 2K AMOLED display with 7000-nit peak brightness, realme UI 7.0 on Android 16 and interchangeable camera bump.
Top performance thanks to top chipset and huge battery
The realme GT 8 Pro uses the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 on TSMC 3 nm process with Oryon CPU up to 4.6 GHz, which provides 20% more computing power and 35% increase in efficiency. The Hyper Vision+ AI chip optimizes graphics in parallel with the GPU, increases resolution by a factor of four and ensures 144 Hz for smooth gaming or video editing. Benchmarks confirm 14% lead over Dimensity 9400 in GPU tests, ideal for demanding apps.
The 7000 mAh Titan battery outperforms standard capacities and lasts for over 20 hours of YouTube or TikTok, with 120W fast charge for full charge in under 30 minutes and 50W wireless option. SignalCatcher chip improves reception in weak zones, symmetrical speakers and ultra-haptic motor round off the multimedia. In tests, the device remains cool under load thanks to efficient heat dissipation – plausible for long streaming or gaming without interruptions.
The 6.78-inch 2K LTPO AMOLED with 144 Hz, 7000-nit peak and anti-reflective coating protects eyes and maximizes brightness in sunlight. Ultrasonic fingerprint sensor and R1 display chip reduce latency for precise touch feedback, matching GT Performance Engine 3.0.
RICOH GR camera for professional street shots
The four-year realme-RICOH GR partnership integrates 28mm and 40mm focal lengths that mimic human perspective, with Snap Focus for fast distance focusing and GR shutter sound. Five film styles such as Positive Film or High-Contrast B&W create analog aesthetics directly from the camera app. The Switchable Camera Bump lets you swap modules for individuality.
This is complemented by a 200 MP periscope telephoto lens with a 6x lossless zoom, 50 MP main (1/1.56-inch sensor) and ultra-wide angle. Video masters 8K 30 fps, 4K 120 fps Dolby Vision or 10-bit log for professionals. AI features such as Hyper Vision+ improve clarity, while Street mode captures spontaneous moments – a milestone for smartphone photography.
Stylish design and smart realme UI 7.0
Diary White and Urban Blue with recycled organosilicon leather (natural dyes) offer grip and sustainability, matte metal frame and rounded flat display. The Dream Edition in Aston Martin Racing Green with Lime and F1 UI emphasizes speed spirit. realme UI 7.0 on Android 16 brings Light Glass Design, Ice Cube Icons and AI Notify for notification summaries.
Availability and prices in Germany
The realme GT 8 Pro will be available from December 2, 2025 for €999.99 (12/256 GB) in Diary White/Urban Blue, Dream Edition (16/512 GB) for €1,199.99.
