Realme 8 5G
$185Starting price · USBudget2021
6.5
Overall Score
vs peers
Average of camera, performance, battery, display, build, and value — see the full breakdown below.
6.5"
Display
48MP
Camera
5,000
mAh
8GB
Max RAM
18W
Charging
185g
Weight
Why This Phone
BudgetThe Realme 8 5G offers solid value for budget-conscious users needing 5G and long battery life. While it lacks premium features like fast charging or advanced camera optics, it remains a reliable daily driver for basic tasks.
Hardware Quality by Category
The hero score above is the average of these six components.
Camera5.0
Performance6.0
Battery8.5
Display6.0
Build5.0
Value8.0
Strengths
Excellent battery life
Affordable 5G connectivity
90Hz display refresh rate
Dedicated microSD slot
Includes 3.5mm headphone jack
Weaknesses
Slow 18W charging
Basic camera performance
Plastic build quality
No ultra-wide camera
Limited video recording capabilities
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