GT 5 Pro
A Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 flagship with a periscope, at a sharp price.
The Realme GT 5 Pro is a flagship Realme smartphone released Dec 2023, with a launch price of $599. It pairs the SD 8 Gen 3 with a 6.78" LTPO AMOLED display, a 50 MP · f/1.69 main camera and a 5,400 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 85/100 — Flagship performance and a periscope camera for mid-range money. Standout strengths: snapdragon 8 gen 3 at a sub-$600 price. and 3× periscope camera, rare at this price. Main trade-off: weak 8 mp ultrawide.
Flagship performance and a periscope camera for mid-range money.
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.
Read the full review- 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.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the GT 5 Pro compares
| GT 5 Pro | Galaxy S25 | GT 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 85 | 85 | 85 |
| Chipset | SD 8 Gen 3 | SD 8 Elite | Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 |
| Display | 6.78" LTPO AMOLED | 6.2" LTPO AMOLED | 6.74" 1.5K AMOLED 144Hz |
| Main camera | 50 MP · f/1.69 | 50 MP · f/1.8 | 50 MP IMX890 OIS + 8 MP UW + 2 MP micro |
| Battery | 5,400 mAh | 4,000 mAh | 4600 mAh, 240W |
| Launch price | $599 | $799 | $650 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the GT 5 Pro released?
The GT 5 Pro was released in Dec 2023.
How much does the GT 5 Pro cost?
The GT 5 Pro launched at $599 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the GT 5 Pro screen size and type?
The GT 5 Pro has a 6.78" LTPO AMOLED display, reaching up to 4,500 nits peak brightness.
What chipset does the GT 5 Pro use?
The GT 5 Pro is powered by the SD 8 Gen 3 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the GT 5 Pro have?
The GT 5 Pro ships with 12 GB · 256 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the GT 5 Pro battery capacity?
The GT 5 Pro has a 5,400 mAh battery.
How fast does the GT 5 Pro charge?
The GT 5 Pro supports 100 W SUPERVOOC wired charging.
Does the GT 5 Pro have wireless charging?
The GT 5 Pro supports 50 W wireless charging.
What is the GT 5 Pro main camera?
The GT 5 Pro has a 50 MP · f/1.69 main camera.
Does the GT 5 Pro have a telephoto zoom camera?
Yes — the GT 5 Pro includes a dedicated telephoto camera: 50 MP, f/2.65, 3× optical.
Does the GT 5 Pro have 5G?
The GT 5 Pro supports 5G (Sub-6).
Is the GT 5 Pro waterproof?
The GT 5 Pro is rated IP65 for dust and water resistance.
How long will the GT 5 Pro get software updates?
The GT 5 Pro update policy: 3 years.
How much does the GT 5 Pro weigh?
The GT 5 Pro weighs 218 g.
What colours does the GT 5 Pro come in?
The GT 5 Pro is available in 2 colours: Red Rock, Bright Moon.
Is the GT 5 Pro worth buying?
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. SpecEagle gives the GT 5 Pro an editorial score of 85/100.
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