Realme has been gradually moving up the ladder, and the Neo 8 5G feels like a bold statement. Leaked details suggest it will ship with Android v15 right out of the box, which means users get the freshest version of Android from day one. The front is dominated by a 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate and 450 ppi pixel density. Yes, it has a punch-hole camera setup, and yes, it’s protected against scratches. If you’re into binge-watching or gaming, this display is designed to keep you hooked.
Cameras That Do More Than Just Click
Photography fans won’t be disappointed. At the back, you get a triple-camera setup: 50MP wide, 12MP ultra-wide, and 2MP for depth/macro duties. Realme has added HDR, continuous shooting, and the usual digital zoom and touch-to-focus. On the front, there’s a 32MP selfie shooter that should handle social media selfies without breaking a sweat. Video recording is, of course, supported on both ends.
Here’s where things get interesting. The Neo 8 5G is expected to run on an octa-core, 64-bit architecture chip, paired with a solid 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. That’s serious firepower for a phone priced under ₹30,000. You also get USB OTG support, which means expanding storage and quick file transfers are no hassle.
Battery and Charging, A Beastly Combo
The real talking point, though, is the 7000 mAh battery. That’s bigger than what most flagships offer. And with 100W Super Dart charging, you won’t be stuck near a wall socket for long. For anyone tired of carrying power banks, this alone could be the selling point.
Connectivity and Extras
As expected, the phone supports 5G, 4G, 3G, and 2G in India, along with VoLTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS with Glonass, and even NFC. Audio runs through a USB Type-C jack, with loudspeaker support. The usual set of sensors, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, and even a colour spectrum sensor are also packed in.
The Realme Neo 8 5G doesn’t look like a filler in the brand’s line-up. With its mix of flagship-grade display, a monster battery, fast charging, and strong cameras, it feels like Realme wants to bridge the gap between mid-range affordability and premium performance. At ₹29,990, it could be the phone that forces rivals to rethink their pricing.
