Realme 8 5G launch LIVE updates: To be powered by MediaTek Dimensity 700 SoC, 5,000 mAh battery, more

tech2 News StaffApr 22, 2021 11:49:06 IST

Realme 8 5G to come with 128 GB of internal storage (expandable up to 1 TB) and a 90 Hz refresh rate display.

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12:03 (IST)
Realme 8 5G will be powered by MediaTeK Dimensity 700 chipset
12:02 (IST)
Realme has already confirmed that the Realme 8 5G will use the latest Realme UI 2.0
11:53 (IST)
Realme is launching a new 5G variant of the Realme 8 The launch event will kick of at 12.30 pm IST. Stay tune to the LIVE blog for pricing and other details from the event.

12:03 (IST)
Realme 8 5G will be powered by MediaTeK Dimensity 700 chipset
Not just one, it supports two!
The MediaTek Dimensity 700 5G Processor is capable of supporting two 5G sim cards at the same time.

Enjoy the ‘two’ much speed of #realme8 5G.#5GSpeedToInfinity

Know more: https://t.co/MCn3vV8xvy pic.twitter.com/OQqNij5kX3
— realme (@realmeIndia) April 21, 2021
12:02 (IST)
Realme has already confirmed that the Realme 8 5G will use the latest Realme UI 2.0
The #realme8 5G runs on #realmeUI 2.0!

So now, not only Gen Z will enjoy the fastest 5G experience but also gets the power to customize the user experience as they want.

Time for #SeamlessFun for Gen Z!#5GSpeedToInfinity

Know more: https://t.co/MCn3vVq8n6 pic.twitter.com/vAbgPND0yk
— realme (@realmeIndia) April 21, 2021
11:53 (IST)
Realme is launching a new 5G variant of the Realme 8

The launch event will kick of at 12.30 pm IST. Stay tune to the LIVE blog for pricing and other details from the event.

Realme is hosting a launch event today to launch the new Realme 8 5G smartphone in India. In March, Realme launched the Realme 8 and Realme 8 Pro smartphones in India. Today's launch will solely be dedicated to the 5G variant of the Realme 8 smartphone. Ahead of the event, Realme has already teased that the Realme 8 5G will be powered by MediaTek Dimensity 700 chipset, 5,000 mAh battery, 128 GB of internal storage (expandable up to 1 TB) and a 90 Hz refresh rate display.

Realme 8 5G expected specifications

The Realme 8 5G is expected to come with a Full HD+ punch hole display, which could support a 90 Hz refresh rate. The handset could get up to 8 GB of RAM and up to 128 GB of storage that will be expandable up to 1 TB. It will be powered by MediaTek Dimensity 700 chipset.

As for the cameras, there could be support for four rear ones with a 64 MP main snapper, much like the 4G variant of the Realme 8.

The smartphone is most likely run Android 11 with Realme UI 2.1 on top. The design is likely to be similar to the Realme 8 4G. It will be equipped with a 5,000 mAh battery.