Realme just claimed bragging rights as one of the first phone makers to launch globally with Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. The upcoming Realme GT 8 Pro will pack this cutting-edge processor. It apparently hit a massive 4 million points on AnTuTu benchmarks. If you’re keeping score, this marks the second year straight that Realme has beaten bigger brands to market with Qualcomm’s latest flagship silicon.
The company teased the Realme GT 8 Pro on Weibo recently. They confirmed an October launch in China before expanding globally. While there’s no specific international release date yet, Realme says it’s coming “soon.” Last year, they pulled off the same move with the GT 7 Pro and Snapdragon 8 Elite.
Those benchmark numbers are pretty impressive for what’s designed to be a more affordable flagship alternative. The 4 million AnTuTu score puts it squarely in premium territory. This could shake up the value flagship space. With Qualcomm’s chipset prices climbing, it’ll be interesting to see how Realme keeps costs reasonable.
Beyond the processor, leaks suggest the GT 8 Pro will feature a 200MP periscope camera and 2K display. The phone reportedly includes a collaboration with Ricoh for enhanced photography features. It’s also rumored to pack a massive battery, though exact specs remain under wraps.
Realme clearly wants to own the “first to market” narrative with Snapdragon’s most powerful mobile chip yet. Whether that translates to actual sales success depends on pricing. It also depends on how it stacks up against established flagships when it finally hits global markets.
