The Realme GT 8 Pro will pack the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, confirmed by the brand ahead of launch.

Realme is preparing to introduce its new flagship lineup in China next month, featuring the Realme GT 8 and Realme GT 8 Pro. Ahead of the official launch, the company has confirmed that the Realme GT 8 Pro will include a unique detachable rear camera module. This modular setup will let users experiment with different camera layouts for a more personalised look. Meanwhile, the standard Realme GT 8 has surfaced on benchmarking platform Geekbench, giving a closer look at its expected hardware.

Realme GT 8 Pro Design and Features

Realme shared fresh teasers on Weibo, confirming that the Realme GT 8 Pro will include a removable camera module. Users will be able to swap or reposition the unit as per their taste. A preview video released by the brand showcases three possible module styles — circular, square, and a robotic-inspired irregular shape. This approach introduces a whole new level of design flexibility for users who like experimenting with smartphone aesthetics.

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The company has not yet detailed the exact camera sensors, but leaks suggest the handset could carry a triple setup. Reports hint at a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto lens as part of the rear camera system.

On the performance side, the Realme GT 8 Pro is confirmed to include the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, paired with the R1 graphics engine. The smartphone will also feature dual symmetrical speakers for an enhanced audio experience. The display comes from BOE, offering 2K resolution with a smooth 144Hz refresh rate.

Realme GT 8 Geekbench Listing

The standard Realme GT 8 has been spotted on Geekbench with model number RMX6699, as reported by tipster Abhishek Yadav. The listing reveals that the handset runs Android 16, coupled with 16GB of RAM. In terms of performance scores, the device registered 2,825 points in the single-core test and 8,840 points in the multi-core benchmark.

The Geekbench entry suggests that the phone carries an octa-core processor with codename “Sun.” The chipset features two prime cores clocked at 4.32GHz and six additional cores capped at 3.53GHz. This performance profile strongly hints at the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip being used on the Realme GT 8 as well.

Realme GT 8 Series Launch Timeline

Both the Realme GT 8 and GT 8 Pro are set to make their debut in China this October. While the exact launch date is still under wraps, the company has confirmed that the series will be unveiled together. Adding to the excitement, Francis Wong, Head of Product Marketing at Realme, has revealed that the Pro model will also launch in India shortly after its China release.