After teasers, realme has confirmed the launch of realme GT 8 Pro, the company’s next flagship smartphone in India on November 20th. This device is positioned as a significant step forward in smartphone innovation, primarily due to its exclusive camera system.
New Horizons in Mobile Imaging
The realme GT 8 Pro is set to debut the RICOH GR-powered camera technology, stemming from a partnership between realme and RICOH IMAGING. This collaboration aims to bring professional-grade optics and the signature photographic aesthetics of the RICOH GR series to smartphone photography.
The core of this imaging system is a co-engineered ultra-high transparency lens group developed with RICOH IMAGING, which is stated to meet RICOH GR optical standards for enhanced clarity and reduced glare. The phone will feature a dedicated RICOH GR Mode, offering two classic focal lengths—28mm and 40mm—along with five exclusive RICOH GR Tones designed to reflect RICOH’s photographic legacy.
Performance and Design Features
Continuing the legacy of the GT Series, the GT 8 Pro features the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, complemented by the Hyper Vision AI Chip. This combination is expected to deliver high performance, enhanced visual processing, and efficiency. Powering the device is a 7000mAh battery supported by 120W SuperVOOC fast charging.
On the design front, the flagship introduces what realme calls an “industry-first design innovation”: the world’s first switchable camera bump, intended to allow users to customize their device’s appearance. The design also emphasizes sustainability with a unique paper-like Leather back panel, which is made from recycled plastics and textiles. The design utilizes Photonic Nano-Carving technology for detailed and a premium finish. The realme GT 8 Pro will be available in two color variants: Diary White and Urban Blue.
realme positions the GT 8 Pro as a device that merges powerful performance, a distinct design, and next-generation imaging technology to potentially redefine flagship standards in smartphone photography and design.
The realme GT 8 Pro will be available for purchase on realme.com and Flipkart.in after the launch.