Android Flagships Are Really Beating the iPhone! *Snapdragon 8Elite*

The Realme GT7 Pro, India's first Snapdragon 8 Elite smartphone, offers top-notch performance, surpassing even the iPhone 16 Pro Max in benchmarks, but has some drawbacks such as network connectivity issues and a potential battery capacity reduction in retail units. Despite these issues, it is a strong contender in the flagship market with its smooth UI, impressive gaming performance, and fast charging capabilities, ultimately challenging the iPhone's dominance in performance.

Snapdragon 8 Elite Performance

• 00:00:05 The Snapdragon 8 Elite is touted as being 40-50% better than the previous generation in all aspects. The Realme GT7 Pro achieved a benchmark score of 26.8 lakhs, but reached a maximum of 28 lakhs. The phone heats up during benchmarks, yet delivers excellent gaming performance, handling titles like Call of Duty and even PC emulators smoothly without overheating.

Display and Design Features

• 00:01:00 The Realme GT7 Pro sports a flat quad-curve display with curved bezels, offering a bright and clear viewing experience with an LTPO display that dynamically adjusts refresh rates for battery efficiency. It also incorporates an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, a trend expected in upcoming flagship smartphones, and is claimed to have a 6500 nits brightness, although around 2000 nits is more realistic.

Camera Capabilities

• 00:03:16 The triple camera setup on the GT7 Pro includes a main camera that produces good daylight images but exhibits softness when zoomed in. The AI Zoom can reach up to 120x and rebuilds scenes but struggles with text and faces. It also offers underwater camera mode and an IP69 rating, allowing users to capture images and videos in water. The 8MP ultra-wide angle camera is adequate in good light, but its performance in low-light conditions is subpar.

Software and User Interface

• 00:08:09 The Realme GT7 Pro runs on Android 15 with Realme UI 6, which is comparable to OxygenOS and ColorOS. It features a smooth user experience and comes pre-installed with apps like Netflix, Snapchat, and others, but these can be uninstalled. However, the phone has experienced network connectivity issues, requiring restarts to resolve problems with mobile data and Wi-Fi connectivity.

Battery and Charging

• 00:09:26 The Realme GT7 Pro's battery capacity is subject to change. The review unit has a 6500 mAh silicon-carbon battery, but the retail version may have a 5800 mAh battery due to regulations. Nonetheless, the phone has provided excellent battery life, lasting a full day on a single charge. It supports 120W SuperVOOC fast charging, allowing for a full charge within 30 minutes, with the charger included in the box.