Realme 8 5G

23 reviews

Nov, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 23 reviews of Realme 8 5G. The average rating for this product is 3.8/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other Cell phones for all reviews. People are impressed by the design and battery. The price and screen are also mentioned favorably. Comments are divided on the durability. Some have doubts about the usability and camera.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Cell phones the Realme 8 5G is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 89/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by : Jon Mundy (trustedreviews.com)

Realme 8 5G Review | Trusted Reviews

The Realme 8 5G goes out of its way to provide 5G at a super-low price, but the resulting cuts take their toll.

5G connectivity on a budget ; Excellent stamina from 5000mAh battery

Diminished performance ; No ultra-wide camera ; Screen not as good as previous model

May, 2021

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Expert review by : Yasmine Crossland (t3.com)

Realme 8 5G review: a budget phone with decent specs

The Realme 8 5G is a reliable smartphone that won't cost you the earth

6.5inch FHD+ screen ; Headphone jack and MicroSD card slot ; Good performance

Average battery life ; Not waterproof ; Lacks wireless charging

The Realme 8 5G has fast performance, a decent camera system and a bright screen with a 90Hz refresh rate. To cut a long story short, it is worth considering if you're on a budget.

Jan, 2022

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Expert review by : David Nield (techradar.com)

Realme 8 5G review

The Realme 8 5G is just about the cheapest new phone with 5G you can get right now – here's our verdict.

It has 5G Large, bright screen Very cheap

Rather basic design No wireless charging Average camera

The Realme 8 5G is exactly what you would expect before you unbox it, knowing the retail price and the manufacturer: a solid, inexpensive 5G phone. If that's what you're in the market for, then this handset is definitely going to appeal.

May, 2021

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Expert review by : Jamie Inocian (unbox.ph)

realme 8 5G Unboxing, First Impressions Philippines

Realme is launching another phone, this time they're releasing the affordable, mid-range 5G device - the realme 8 5G - in the Philippines.

Toned down design 5G capabilities

Jun, 2021

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Expert review by : Jonathan Morris (jmcomms.com)

Realme 8 5G Review: An affordable entry into the world of 5G, but does it come at a price?

Last year, Realme added a 5G model to the Realme 7 series after the initial launch of the series. Now it has done the same again with the Realme 8 5G.

Addition of 5G offers both faster speeds and better coverage in future ; Primary camera is good in all but near-dark environments ; Expandable memory makes 64GB model a more viable choice

No ultra-wide camera ; Two rather pointless 2-megapixel cameras ; Slow charging compared to other Realme devices

May, 2021

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Expert review by : GSMArena Team (gsmarena.com)

Realme 8 5G review

The Realme 8 5G is another one of the maker's odd sequels. It appears as if it's meant to be the successor to the Realme 7 5G, and yet it has a few...

Sharp 1080p screen, 90Hz, bright enough, small notch.

No splash protection.

But once the price settles at €199, it becomes tougher to recommend the Realme 8 5G right away. There are other phones priced closely to the Realme 8 5G, like the better-equipped Realme 7 5G, so we'd advice for exploring all possibilities and pick the...

May, 2021

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Expert review by : Aabhas Sharma (gadgetsnow_com)

Realme 8 5G Review: Brings 5G on a budget

We review Realme's latest smartphone in the market -- the Realme 8 5G

Dec, 2021

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Expert review by : Benjamin Lucks (androidpit.com)

Realme 8 5G review: Cheaper does not necessarily mean better

The Realme 8 5G is a sub-$200 5G-capable smartphone. We reviewed it and discovered that a cheaper price tag is not everything.

5G network support ; Beautiful IPS panel with a 90 Hz refresh rate ; Good battery life

Triple camera has no ultra wide-angle lens ; Camera bump is unsightly ; Fast charging maxes out at 18 watts ; Plenty of pre-installed bloatware

In summary, I have to advise most users against buying the Realme 8 5G. This is because Realme has positioned 5G support at such a low price point, prioritizing it over everything else so much so that the bright LCD display with its 90 Hz refresh rate...

May, 2021

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Expert review by : Basil Kronfli (digitalcameraworld.com)

Realme 8 5G review: a 5G smartphone at an unbelievable low price

The Realme 8 5G delivers best-in-class 5G and 16MP selfies for £199 (or less)!

Best-in-class mobile data speeds ; Impressive 90Hz screen ; Stellar battery life

Macro camera is weak ; No ultra-wide camera ; Fingerprint-loving design

Low-cost 5G phones are niche; after all, a 5G phone contract or plan is seldom cheap. That said, with coverage improving in cities, and some networks offering 5G at no extra cost now, the world might just be ready for the Realme 8 5G and its...

May, 2021

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Expert review by : Richard Priday (tomsguide.com)

Realme 8 5G review: A good cheap 5G phone

The market for cheap phones won't be overturned by the Realme 8 5G. But this phone's cheap entry price and 5G access will make it appealing to some

Cheap ; 5G ready ; Bright 90Hz display

Uneven performance ; No U.S. availability

U.S. users can’t buy either, and are better off looking for the Pixel 4a or a Moto G Power if their priority is a low price. Overall, U.K. customers who can buy the Realme 8 5G have limited reasons to pick it up over the Redmi, or other great cheap...

May, 2021