Realme·Budget · Released Apr 2021

realme 8

The first 64 MP Super AMOLED realme — a budget that punched up.

56/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$200
Color · Cyber Black
Display
6.4" Super AMOLED 60 Hz
Chipset
Helio G95
Memory
4 GB · 64 GB
Main cam
64 MP
Battery
5,000 mAh
Weight
177 g
Quick answer

The realme 8 is a budget Realme smartphone released Apr 2021, with a launch price of $200. It pairs the Helio G95 with a 6.4" Super AMOLED 60 Hz display, a 64 MP main camera and a 5,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 56/100 — AMOLED on a strict budget, again. Standout strengths: super amoled at $200. and 177 g, 7.99 mm slim. Main trade-off: 60 hz amoled.

AI Snapshot

AMOLED on a strict budget, again.

realme 8 brought Super AMOLED to a $200 phone — a year before the segment normalised it — and added a 64 MP main and 30 W charging on the dependable Helio G95. The 60 Hz cap was the give-back; for buyers who valued the panel over a smoother refresh, it landed well.

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Subscores · 0–100
Display68
Camera60
Performance50
Battery78
Build64
Value68
  • Super AMOLED at $200.
  • 177 g, 7.99 mm slim.
  • 64 MP main + 30 W charging.
  • jack + microSD.

Full specifications

Type
Super AMOLED, 60 Hz
Size
6.4 inches
Resolution
2,400 × 1,080 px (FHD+)
Main
64 MP, f/1.79
Ultrawide
8 MP
Macro
2 MP
Mono
2 MP
Selfie
16 MP

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v10
Δ class avg -80.2%
This
320,000
Class avg
1,620,000
Geekbench 6 Single
Δ class avg -81.4%
This
540
Class avg
2,900
Geekbench 6 Multi
Δ class avg -79.6%
This
1,650
Class avg
8,100
3DMark Solar Bay
Δ class avg -94.4%
This
3.5 fps
Class avg
62.0 fps

How the realme 8 compares

realme 8Galaxy S25 UltraC55
SpecEagle score568956
ChipsetHelio G95SD 8 EliteHelio G88
Display6.4" Super AMOLED 60 Hz6.9" LTPO AMOLED6.72" LCD 90 Hz
Main camera64 MP200 MP · f/1.764 MP · f/1.8
Battery5,000 mAh5,000 mAh5,000 mAh
Launch price$200$1,299$179

Frequently asked questions

When was the realme 8 released?

The realme 8 was released in Apr 2021.

How much does the realme 8 cost?

The realme 8 launched at $200 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).

What is the realme 8 screen size and type?

The realme 8 has a 6.4" Super AMOLED 60 Hz display.

What chipset does the realme 8 use?

The realme 8 is powered by the Helio G95 chipset.

How much RAM and storage does the realme 8 have?

The realme 8 ships with 4 GB · 64 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.

What is the realme 8 battery capacity?

The realme 8 has a 5,000 mAh battery.

How fast does the realme 8 charge?

The realme 8 supports 30 W Dart Charge wired charging.

What is the realme 8 main camera?

The realme 8 has a 64 MP main camera.

Does the realme 8 have a headphone jack?

The realme 8 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.

How long will the realme 8 get software updates?

The realme 8 update policy: support ended.

How much does the realme 8 weigh?

The realme 8 weighs 177 g.

What colours does the realme 8 come in?

The realme 8 is available in 2 colours: Cyber Black, Cyber Silver.

Is the realme 8 worth buying?

realme 8 brought Super AMOLED to a $200 phone — a year before the segment normalised it — and added a 64 MP main and 30 W charging on the dependable Helio G95. The 60 Hz cap was the give-back; for buyers who valued the panel over a smoother refresh, it landed well. SpecEagle gives the realme 8 an editorial score of 56/100.

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