Realme Neo 8 Debuts in China With Massive 8,000mAh Battery and Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; From Features to Colours, Check Details
The Realme Neo 8 officially launched in China on January 22, starting at 2,399 Yuan (approx. INR 28,000). The gaming flagship features a record-breaking 8,000mAh battery with 80W charging, a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip, and a 165Hz Samsung AMOLED display. An India launch is expected by mid-2026, likely under the Realme GT series branding.
Mumbai, January 23: Realme has officially launched its latest performance-driven flagship, the Realme Neo 8, in China on January 22. Designed as a gaming-centric powerhouse, the device sets a new industry standard with a colossal 8,000mAh silicon-carbon battery and the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset. Starting at a competitive price of 2,399 Yuan, the handset is positioned as a "flagship killer", offering top-tier internal hardware and a unique transparent aesthetic.
Display and Performance Mastery of Realme Neo 8
The Realme Neo 8 features an exclusive 6.78-inch Samsung M14 AMOLED "Sky Screen" with a 1.5K resolution. For the first time in the series, it supports a 165Hz refresh rate, aimed squarely at mobile esports. The display is also one of the brightest in the world, capable of reaching a local peak brightness of 6,500 nits. Realme Neo 8 China Launch Today With Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Chipset and 8,000mAh Battery; Check Specifications and Expected Price.
Under the hood, the device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 processor, paired with up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and up to 1TB of UFS 4.1 storage. Realme claims the device achieved a record-breaking AnTuTu score of over 3.58 million, supported by a high-airflow vapour chamber cooling system.
Endurance and Durability Features
The standout feature is the 8,000mAh battery, which supports 80W SuperVOOC fast charging. To cater to gamers, the phone includes "Bypass Charging," allowing users to power the internal components directly from the charger without heating the battery during intensive play. The Neo 8 is also built to withstand extreme conditions, carrying a triple-tier ingress protection rating of IP66, IP68, and IP69. This makes it resistant not only to dust and submersion but also to high-pressure, high-temperature water jets.
Professional-Grade Optics in Realme Neo 8
Despite its gaming focus, the Neo 8 includes a high-spec triple-camera array:
Primary: 50MP Sony IMX896 sensor with Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS).
Telephoto: 50MP periscope lens with 3.5x optical zoom and 120x digital zoom.
Ultra-wide: 8MP sensor with a 112° field of view.
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Pricing of Realme Neo 8 and India Availability
In China, the Realme Neo 8 is available in Cyber Purple, Mech Grey, and Origin White colours. The pricing structure is as follows:
- 12GB + 256GB: 2,399 Yuan (approx. INR 28,000)
- 16GB + 512GB: 3,199 Yuan (approx. INR 37,000)
- 16GB + 1TB: 3,699 Yuan (approx. INR 43,000)
While an official India launch date has not been confirmed, the device is expected to debut in the Indian market by mid-2026, potentially rebranded under the Realme GT series.
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