Realme 8i

Updated: 11th February 2024Rate this Model
Realme 8i
74%Spec Score
₹ 13,595
4 GB + 64 GB
6 GB + 128 GB

Display

6.43 inches

Processor

MediaTek Helio G80

Front Camera

16 MP Wide Angle Camera

Primary Camera

64 MP + 8 MP + 2MP

Realme 8i Expert Verdict

3.9
A much-needed improvement on an underwhelming predecessor

The makers at Realme have always created a massive buzz in the mid-budget section of smartphones whenever they brought out a new model. The Realme 8i is the next mid-budget champion in the Realme number series. The successor to the underwhelming Realme 7i, the new Realme 8i promises much better performance and specs with the new Helio G96 SoC, which offers 65% better performance than its predecessor as claimed by the brand.

Design and Display

Realme 8i have a screen size of 6.43 inches and weighing approximately 182 g. This mobile runs on Android v11 and has a decent resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels. It has dimension 158.5 mm X 73.3 mm X 8.4 mm.

Performance

Realme 8i packs MediaTek Helio G80 processor and it has Octa core (2 GHz CPU and Arm Mali-G52 GPU.

Camera

In terms of camera, this model comes with rear camera of 64 MP (f/1.8, Main) + 8 MP (f/2.2, Wide Angle) + 2MP (f/2.4) and front camera of 16 MP Wide Angle Camera. Other camera features include Portrait Mode, HDR, Ultra Wide, Ultra Macro, AI Scene Recognition, AI Beauty, Filter, Chroma Boost, Slow Motion, Bokeh Effect Control

Network and connectivity

In connectivity, this model included Call Records, Messaging, Phonebook, Games, Speakers, Edge, GPRS, 2G, 4G, 5G, Quick Charging. Different network support available for the 3g: UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz.

Other Features

Sensors included in Realme 8i are: Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer.

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Realme 8i colors

  • Space Black
  • Space Purple

Realme 8i Price in India

DetailsPriceStorageRAM
Realme 8i (4 GB RAM + 64 GB ROM) ₹ 13,59564 GB4 GB
Realme 8i (6 GB RAM + 128 GB ROM) ₹ 14,999128 GB6 GB

Realme 8i Detailed Review

Performance

The Realme 8i comes with a beast of a processor under its screen. Powered by the new MediaTek Helio G96 chipset, the Realme 8i can run anything and everything with ease. The MediaTek Helio G96 is designed to function as a gaming processor. It has eight cores that enable a clock speed of 2.05 GHz. That clock speed is one of the fastest you can find at this price range. From switching lots of chrome tabs, shifting between various applications, split screening for prolonged hours, everything is handled smoothly by the octa core beast of a processor. Paired with 4 GB RAM to 6 GB RAM, the Helio G96 can run even the most graphically demanding of AAA games with ease. Even for prolonged times, the inbuilt virtual 5 GB RAM technology allows the Realme 8i can run smoothly. Realme claims that the 8i offers 65% better performance than the 7i. Graphics duty is handled by the Mali G57 MC2 GPU which is capable enough to leverage the complete power of the octa core processor that Realme provides.

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Summary

All in all, the Realme 8i offers top tier specs for a budget phone and is very impressive.

Display

The Realme 8i comes with a massive 6.59 inch IPS LCD screen which is very large compared to its competitors. The IPS LCD comes with a 120 Hz display that is the charm on this phone. The screen boasts an FHD+ display but does not have an HDR 10+ rating like a few competitors in the market. The punch hole display has thin bezels at the side that provide a large viewing area for users.  The screen does come with a Widevine L1 support for HD content on OTT platforms in an attempt to fill in the absence of HDR 10+ display. The screen has 600 nits of brightness which might be dim on a sunny day outside. The best thing is the processor can intelligently variate between 48 Hz to 120 Hz to provide longer battery life. Touch latency on the Realme 8i is very impressive and it offers a 180 Hz touch sampling rate.

Summary

The display has a few premium features that make it stand out amongst the competition.

Battery

The Realme 8i comes with a huge battery of 5000 mAh and has a few tricks that keep its power usage moderate and allows it to last a long time. The Realme 8i has a very intelligent processor in Helio G96 which automatically variates the refresh rate to preserve battery life. Even with the display locked at 120 Hz, the Realme 8i has enough in its tank to last the entire day. The LCD screen also helps in keeping the power usage in check as it consumes less power than the AMOLED display. The Realme 8i can easily run through the entire day with casual usage. The Realme 8i comes with an 18W fast charger that can easily bring the phone back to track quickly. The battery size is very competitive and at this price range, the 5000 mAh can run through much more than it should.

Summary

A large battery that enables the Realme 8i that can keep up with you throughout the day.

Camera

The Realme 8i comes with the standard triple AI camera setup. The main snapper is a 50 MP lens that does a very good job of capturing details and colours during various weather conditions but suffers from oversaturation issues. The 50 MP lens also has an ultra-wide sensor integrated into it. In normal conditions, the ISP is a bit overwhelming in its reproduction of colours giving out slightly oversaturated and high contrast images that really miss a few details.  The 50 MP sensor has poor low light performance and misses a lot of details but makes up for it using the Night mode. The 50 MP sensor is paired up with a 2 MP Macro sensor that takes a lot of time to focus on the object and a 2 MP portrait sensor with autofocus. The front snapper is a 16 MP standard issue lens nestled in the punch-hole display at the front and does an excellent job while clicking selfies and portrait clicks. The pictures are a bit beautified but not too overwhelming and the bokeh mode offers a great cutout.

Summary

The camera has an excellent front camera but the back camera could surely use a lift up.

Design

The Realme 8i comes with a polycarbonate build and offers a glossy gradient-like finish at the back. The glossy finish really brings the bling to the phone and in the two colour variants offered, the Realme 8i will stand out from afar. The Realme 8i is slightly on the heavier side and weighs in at 194 g. The screen is so ginormous that it requires using it with two hands at all times. The glossy back can easily get smudged so keep a piece of a microfiber cloth with you always. The phone is a bit heavy but not top-heavy and has a triple camera setup housing that does not bulge out at the back. There is a power button cum fingerprint sensor on the right, along with bottom-firing speakers and a USB C type jack at the bottom.

Summary

Overall the design is very sleek and blingy on the Realme 8i.

A much-needed improvement on an underwhelming predecessor

  • The Helio G96

    is designed to handle the most intensive of tasks with ease.

  • 5000 mAh

    battery that ensures it stays with you throughout the day.

  • 120 Hz

    refresh rate that makes sure the screen superbly responds to your touches.

Realme 8i Specifications

GENERAL

Custom UIRealme UI
Device typeSmartphone
Operating SystemAndroid v11
SimDual SIM

DESIGN

Height158.5 mm
Thickness8.4 mm
Weight182 g
Width73.3 mm

DISPLAY

Aspect Ratio20:09
Bezel Less DisplayYes with punch-hole display
Form FactorTouch
Pixel Density273 ppi
Screen resolution720 x 1600 pixels
Screen size6.43 inches
TechnologyIPS LCD
TouchscreenCapacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch

PERFORMANCE

ChipsetMediaTek Helio G80
CPUOcta core (2 GHz, Dual core, Cortex A75 + 1.8 GHz, Hexa Core, Cortex A55)
GPUArm Mali-G52

STORAGE

Call RecordsYes
External StorageYes, Up to 256 GB
MessagingYes
PhonebookYes

CAMERA

Camera FeaturesPortrait Mode, HDR, Ultra Wide, Ultra Macro, AI Scene Recognition, AI Beauty, Filter, Chroma Boost, Slow Motion, Bokeh Effect Control
Front Camera16 MP Wide Angle Camera
Primary camera64 MP (f/1.8, Main) + 8 MP (f/2.2, Wide Angle) + 2MP (f/2.4)
Video Recording1080p
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MULTIMEDIA

Audio JackYes, 3.5mm
GamesYes
SpeakersYes
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BATTERY

CapacityNon-Removable Li-Po 4400?mAh Battery

CONNECTIVITY

Bluetoothv5.0
BrowserHTML5
EdgeYes
GPRSYes
GPS FacilityA-GPS
USBUSB-C v2.0
WLANWi-Fi 802.11, b/g/n, with Mobile Hotspot
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NETWORK SUPPORT

2GYes
3GUMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
4GYes
5GYes

MORE FEATURES

Fingerprint SensorYes, Rear
Quick ChargingYes
SensorsLight sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer
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Comments

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    abhishek.singh@exattosoft.com
    This is a nice phone.
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    Sandeep
    This is not that much nice.
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Realme 8i FAQs in India

Q. What is the price of Realme 8i in India?

The price of Realme 8i in India is: Realme 8i [ 4 GB RAM + 64 GB ROM ]: ₹ 13,595, Realme 8i [ 6 GB RAM + 128 GB ROM ]: ₹ 14,999.

Q. What's the dimension of Realme 8i?

The Dimension of Realme 8i is 158.5 mm X 73.3 mm X 8.4 mm.

Q. What are the Camera Specs of Realme 8i?

The Camera Specs of Realme 8i in India are: rear camera of 64 MP (f/1.8, Main) + 8 MP (f/2.2, Wide Angle) + 2MP (f/2.4) and front camera of 16 MP Wide Angle Camera.

Q. What is the display size of Realme 8i?

The display size of Realme 8i is 6.43 inches. Check more specification of Realme 8i on GizNext.

Q. Which chipset/processor is used in Realme 8i?

Realme 8i is powered by a MediaTek Helio G80 chipset and it runs on Android v11.

Q. Is fast charging option available in Realme 8i?

Realme 8i comes with a Non-Removable Li-Po 4400?mAh Battery that supports Yes through the USB-C v2.0.

Q. What are some of the best alternatives available for Realme 8i?

As of March 2024, the top competitors of this model are Xiaomi Redmi Note 10, Xiaomi Redmi Note 11, Oppo A57 4G, Xiaomi Redmi 9 Pro, Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro.