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realme GT6 (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£380RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.78 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 50 MP & 8 MP

realme GT6 (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

realme GT6 (8GB + 256GB)
8.2/10

Overall score

Score
8.2/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

90%

8.1

Technical score

10%

8.9

User score

★Better than 90% of smartphones
8.3

Value for money

Value for money
8.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
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★ Better than 96% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

8.5

Price

★Better than 96%
8.1

Technical score

Technical score
8.1/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 88% of models
Score components

25%

8.2

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.2

Camera

15%

9.3

Display

15%

7.3

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

7.6

Audio

3%

6.8

Design

â–²Better than 88%
8.9

User score

User score
8.9/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

8.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 90%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone realme GT6 (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.1/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 88% of models
Score components:

25%

8.2

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.2

Camera

15%

9.3

Display

15%

7.3

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

7.6

Audio

3%

6.8

Design

8.1
User score
User score
8.9/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

8.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.9
Popularity
Popularity
8.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 79% of models
Popularity:
realme GT6 (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 8.3 points, which is higher than 78.7% of smartphones.
8.3
Value for money
Value for money
8.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 96% of models
Score components:

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

8.5

Price

8.3
Brand name
realme
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor which is faster than processors in 89% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.7% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 75.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.7% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
This smartphone runs Android version Android 14 which is newer than that found in 49.5% of smartphones and equal to that in 21% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 50 MP & 8 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 50 MP & 8 MP which is higher than that of 68.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.8% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.69 & f/2.0 & f/2.2
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.69 & f/2.0 & f/2.2 which is wider than that of 88.4% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
62.7 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 62.7 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 86% of smartphones and equal to that of 2% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.12 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.12 µm which is larger than in 78.2% of smartphones and equal to the size in 5.6% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.78 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.78 inches which is larger than the screens of 73.5% of smartphones and equal to those of 9.5% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1264x 2780 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1264x2780 px which is higher than that of 82.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
Pixel density
450 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 450 ppi which is higher than that of 81% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.7% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,500 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,500 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 67.7% of smartphones and equal to those in 3% of smartphones.
Charging speed
120 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 120 W which is faster than in 94.4% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.6% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
28 min
Market range: <36 min – >120 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 28 min which is faster than 94.9% of smartphones and equal to the time of 0.2% of smartphones.
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
162 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 162 mm which is shorter than 67.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 1% of smartphones.
Width
75.1 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 75.1 mm which is narrower than 66.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.7% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.6 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.6 mm which is thicker than 65% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.9% of smartphones.
Weight
199 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 199 g which is heavier than 55.1% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 3.2% of smartphones.
Device volume
97,200 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 97,200 cm³ which is smaller than 52.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.2% of smartphones.
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realme GT6 (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 95.9% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (62.7 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    62.7 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 3.64x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (120 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    120 W vs 33 W
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 2.08x lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (12.5 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    12.5 W vs 6 W
  • 2.42x higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1600 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,600 nits vs 660 nits
  • 73% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (18,654 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    18,654 vs 10,783
  • 2.95x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (9,196 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    9,196 vs 3,115
  • 2.06x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1944 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,944 vs 942
  • 11.5% higher user score
    User score
    8.9/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    realme GT6 (8GB + 256GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.92 vs 8.000).
    8.92 vs 8
  • 12.8% better value for money
    realme GT6 (8GB + 256GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (8.27 vs 7.3).
    8.27 vs 7.34
  • 52.8% more popular
    realme GT6 (8GB + 256GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (8.31 vs 5.4).
    8.31 vs 5.44
  • 2.08x lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (12.5 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    12.5 W vs 6 W
  • 73% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (18,654 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    18,654 vs 10,783
  • 2.95x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (9,196 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    9,196 vs 3,115
  • 2.06x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1944 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,944 vs 942
  • 4.73x higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (18,081 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    18,081 vs 3,825
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 25% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.0 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 2.5x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (64 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    64 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3 GHz & 4x2.8 GHz & 3x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3 GHz & 4x2.8 GHz & 3x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 74.5% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (4800 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    4,800 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 92.1% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (4,865 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    4,865 vs 2,533
  • 71.4% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (24 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    24 GB vs 14 GB
  • 15.8% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1100 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,100 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 2x more L3 cache
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (8192 KB vs 4096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4096 KB.
    8,192 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 2.54x higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (3,114 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    3,114 vs 1,226
  • Supports newer OpenGL version
    This smartphone supports a newer OpenGL version than the average smartphone (3.3 vs 3.2). The average version is 3.2.
    3.3 vs 3.2
  • 3x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (768 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    768 vs 256
  • 66.4% higher 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark than the average smartphone (1,012 vs 608). The average score is 608.
    1,012 vs 608
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AI Smart Loop, AI Smart Removal, AI Night Vision Mode, AI Screen Recognition
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 95.9% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (62.7 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    62.7 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 0.32 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.12 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 22.60x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    2160x60 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.69 & f/2 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.69 & f/2.0 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 50 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 50 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP vs 16 MP
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.4 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.4 vs 5.2
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • 2.42x higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1600 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,600 nits vs 660 nits
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1264x2780 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1264x2780 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 13.9% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (450 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    450 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • 589.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (1483 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    1,483 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (5000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    5,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 50% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (360 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    360 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 0.11 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.78 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 3.64x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (120 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    120 W vs 33 W
  • 10% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5500 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    5,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 34 min faster GSMArena full wired charge time
    This smartphone has a faster GSMArena full wired charge time than the average smartphone (28 min vs 62 min). The average charge time is 62 min.
    28 min vs 62 min
  • Higher GSMArena battery life score
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life score than the average smartphone (14:32 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s). The average score is 13:30 hour/s.
    14:32 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • Is designed for seniors
    This smartphone is designed specifically for seniors, the average smartphone is not. 17% of smartphones are senior-friendly.
  • 0.9 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (75.1 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    75.1 mm vs 76 mm
  • 1.6 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (162 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    162 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • 0.3 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.6 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.6 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 46.2% more expensive
    realme GT6 (8GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£380 vs £260).
    £380 vs £260
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP65 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP65 vs IP67
  • 1.4% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (199 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    199 g vs 196.2 g
  • 46.2% more expensive
    realme GT6 (8GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£380 vs £260).
    £380 vs £260
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 0.3 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.6 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.6 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP65 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP65 vs IP67
  • 1.4% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (199 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    199 g vs 196.2 g

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Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about realme GT6 (8GB + 256GB)

  • Outstanding performance powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor, capable of handling intensive gaming and multitasking without significant heating.
  • Exceptional battery life from the large 5,500mAh battery, with many users reporting it easily lasts a full day or more with typical use.
  • Incredibly fast 120W SuperVOOC wired charging that can fully charge the phone in under 30 minutes.
  • Stunning and very bright 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, excellent color accuracy, and great visibility in direct sunlight.
  • The main 50MP camera (Sony LYT-808 sensor) captures detailed and vibrant photos in various lighting conditions, including good low-light performance.
  • A useful 50MP telephoto camera (with 2x optical zoom) that excels at portraits with good edge detection.
  • Solid build quality with an IP65 rating for dust and water resistance and protection from Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on the display.
  • Helpful additional features such as an IR blaster for controlling home appliances and a dedicated privacy security chip.
  • The software (Realme UI 5) is generally considered smooth and responsive, with a promise of three years of major Android updates.
  • Perceived as a great value or "flagship killer" offering high-end features at a competitive mid-range price point.

What we don't like about realme GT6 (8GB + 256GB)

  • The 8MP ultrawide camera is considered mediocre and a notable weakness compared to the main and telephoto lenses.
  • No 3.5mm headphone jack.
  • No wireless charging support.
  • The '6000 nits' peak brightness claim is mostly for specific HDR content on a small area of the screen; typical high brightness mode is much lower (around 1,600 nits).
  • Some users noted software optimization issues, including occasional bugs, animation glitches, and inconsistent battery performance for some heavy social media users.
  • The glossy back panel design is prone to attracting fingerprints and dust.
  • The front-facing (selfie) camera quality is considered decent but not exceptional, lacking sharpness and dynamic range in some situations.
  • Some regions do not include the 120W charger in the box, which users found annoying given the price.

Verdict

The Realme GT 6 (8GB + 256GB) is an "AI flagship killer" smartphone with a powerful Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset and a brilliant 6.78-inch 1.5K LTPO AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a staggering 6000 nits peak brightness. Key pros include an impressive 50MP main camera featuring the flagship Sony LYT-808 sensor with OIS, a long-lasting 5500mAh battery, and incredibly fast 120W SuperVOOC charging, which can charge the phone to 50% in approximately 10 minutes. It boasts a premium-feeling glass back and an IP65 rating for durability, while running Realme UI 5.0 based on Android 14 with three years of promised OS updates. The main cons are the glossy rear panel, which is a fingerprint magnet, a subpar 8MP ultrawide camera, and the presence of some pre-installed bloatware.

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