Realme GT 8 Pro Set for October Launch: 7000mAh Battery, 50W Wireless Charging, and Gaming Powerhouse

The Realme GT 8 series is officially on the horizon, and fans finally have a confirmed launch date: October 21 at 3:00 PM local time in China. While the teaser focuses solely on the Realme GT 8 Pro, it already paints an exciting picture of what’s to come – a blend of next-gen performance, efficiency, and sleek design that could redefine Realme’s flagship experience.

From what’s been revealed so far, the GT 8 Pro is shaping up to be a major step forward in both battery innovation and gaming optimization.

The device boasts a massive 7,000 mAh battery, a notable jump from the GT 7 Pro’s 6,500 mAh unit, while keeping the super-fast 120W wired charging intact. More impressively, Realme is bringing in 50W wireless charging and 10W reverse wireless charging for the first time in the GT series – a feature combination usually reserved for ultra-premium flagships. The inclusion of bypass charging will also appeal to heavy gamers, allowing long play sessions without overheating or degrading the battery.

Despite packing all this new tech, Realme has somehow managed to make the phone even slimmer and lighter than before – 8.2mm thick and weighing 214 grams. That’s lighter than many phones with smaller batteries, and a testament to the brand’s engineering finesse. Moreover, Realme confirmed that the GT 8 Pro supports several non-proprietary charging standards such as 50W PPS PD, 44W UFCS, and 36W PD, ensuring broad compatibility across a variety of adapters and power banks.

Under the hood, Realme’s upcoming powerhouse is fueled by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 – the latest and most advanced processor from Qualcomm. Early testing reportedly shows impressive raw performance, pushing the limits of what a mobile device can handle. To complement this, the GT 8 Pro introduces Realme’s new R1 display chip, which enhances both visual fidelity and gaming smoothness. This chip allows for simultaneous Super Resolution rendering and frame rate boosting, meaning you can play supported games like Valorant Mobile, Delta Action, or Arena Breakout at QHD resolution and 144Hz refresh rate – a rare feat even among gaming smartphones.

In short, Realme isn’t just making another iterative update; it’s aiming to deliver a phone that feels truly high-end, from battery endurance to display smoothness. Whether all of these premium features will also trickle down to the base GT 8 remains unclear, but one thing is certain: Realme is ready to challenge the big names once again with its most ambitious flagship yet.