Launch report · Realme
Realme GT 5 Pro: A Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 flagship with a periscope, at a sharp price.
SpecEagle Editorial·Dec 2023·$599·Score 85/100
The GT 5 Pro delivers the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, a 3× periscope and fast wired/wireless charging well under $600. The ultrawide and IP65 rating are the compromises.
Key specs at launch
Display
6.78" LTPO AMOLED
Chipset
SD 8 Gen 3
Memory
12 GB · 256 GB
Main cam
50 MP · f/1.69
Battery
5,400 mAh
Weight
218 g
What stands out
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 at a sub-$600 price.
- 3× periscope camera, rare at this price.
- 100 W wired + 50 W wireless charging.
- Very bright 144 Hz display.
What to watch
- Weak 8 MP ultrawide.
- IP65 only.
- 3-year OS policy.
- realme UI ships with bloat.
The phone it has to beat
iPhone 16 Pro Max
$1,199 · score 91/100