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realme GT3 (16GB + 1TB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£540RAM capacity:16 GBInternal storage:1 TBScreen size:6.74 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP

realme GT3 (16GB + 1TB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.7/10

Overall score

Score
7.7/ 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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Score components

90%

7.7

Technical score

10%

7.6

User score

â–²Better than 79% of smartphones
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 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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Score components

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

7.7

Price

â–²Better than 72%
7.7

Technical score

Technical score
7.7/ 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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Score components

25%

8.5

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.0

Camera

15%

7.2

Display

15%

6.7

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

7.6

Audio

3%

7.0

Design

â–²Better than 80%
7.6

User score

User score
7.6/ 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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Score components

70%

9.6

User ratings

30%

3.1

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 80%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone realme GT3 (16GB + 1TB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.7/ 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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Score components:

25%

8.5

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.0

Camera

15%

7.2

Display

15%

6.7

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

7.6

Audio

3%

7.0

Design

7.7
User score
User score
7.6/ 10
✕
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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Score components

70%

9.6

User ratings

30%

3.1

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.6
Popularity
Popularity
3.1/ 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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Popularity:
realme GT3 (16GB + 1TB) has a popularity of 3.1 points, which is lower than 61.4% of smartphones.
3.1
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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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Score components:

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

7.7

Price

7.7
Brand name
realme
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor which is faster than processors in 84.1% of smartphones and equal to processors in 2.4% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 16 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 83.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 12% of smartphones.
Internal storage
1 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 1 TB which is larger than the storage of 94.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.6% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3.2 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.2 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 81.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 7.1% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 13
Android version
Android 13
This smartphone runs Android version Android 13 which is older than that found in 50.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 16.5% 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 & 8 MP & 2 MP
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 52.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/3.3
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/3.3 which is narrower than that of 86.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 50 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 65.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 16.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% of smartphones.
2 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
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
6.74 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.74 inches which is larger than the screens of 65.7% of smartphones and equal to those of 2.2% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1240x 2772 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1240x2772 px which is higher than that of 80.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Pixel density
451 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 451 ppi which is higher than that of 82.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 144 Hz which is higher than in 89.9% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,600 mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,600 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 76.5% of smartphones and equal to those in 1.2% of smartphones.
Charging speed
240 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 240 W which is faster than in 99.9% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 0.1% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
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
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
163.9 mm
This smartphone has a height of 163.9 mm which is taller than 56% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Width
75.8 mm
This smartphone has a width of 75.8 mm which is narrower than 53% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.9% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.9 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.9 mm which is thicker than 75.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.3% of smartphones.
Weight
199 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
97,800 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 97,800 cm³ which is smaller than 46.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 5% of smartphones.
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realme GT3 (16GB + 1TB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 8 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 4x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (1 TB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    1 TB vs 256 GB
  • 7.27x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (240 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    240 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.
  • 3.26x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (10,143 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    10,143 vs 3,115
  • 33.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 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
  • 5.1% better value for money
    realme GT3 (16GB + 1TB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.71 vs 7.3).
    7.71 vs 7.34
  • 8 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 4x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (1 TB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    1 TB vs 256 GB
  • 3.26x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (10,143 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    10,143 vs 3,115
  • 33.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 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
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.2 GHz & 3x2.75 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.2 GHz & 3x2.75 GHz & 4x2 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
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 53.5% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,446 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,446 vs 942
  • 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
  • 2x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 58.7% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (4,021 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    4,021 vs 2,533
  • 2.26x higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (2,767 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    2,767 vs 1,226
  • 50% more L3 cache
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (6,144 KB vs 4,096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4,096 KB.
    6,144 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2,750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 42.6% higher 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark than the average smartphone (867 vs 608). The average score is 608.
    867 vs 608
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 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
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • 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.
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2 binned
    1 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1240x2772 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1240x2772 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 14.2% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (451 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    451 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 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
  • 47.6% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (974 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    974 nits vs 660 nits
  • 0.07 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.74 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 400 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1,400 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    1,400 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 7.27x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (240 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    240 W vs 33 W
  • Higher GSMArena battery life endurance score
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life endurance score than the average smartphone (117 vs 99.5). The average endurance score is 99.5.
    117 vs 99.5
  • 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.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/3.3 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/3.3 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 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.
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 8% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4,600 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    4,600 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 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
  • 5.3% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (900 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    900 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 13 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 13 vs Android 14
  • 2.08x more expensive
    realme GT3 (16GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£540 vs £260).
    £540 vs £260
  • 4.6% lower user score
    User score
    7.6/ 10
    ✕
    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 GT3
    the average smartphone
    realme GT3 (16GB + 1TB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.65 vs 8).
    7.65 vs 8
  • 76.3% less popular
    realme GT3 (16GB + 1TB) is less popular than the average smartphone (3.08 vs 5.4).
    3.08 vs 5.44
  • 5.3% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (900 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    900 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 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.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 13 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 13 vs Android 14
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/3.3 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/3.3 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 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.
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 8% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4,600 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    4,600 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 0.6 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.9 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.9 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 1 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    February 2023
    2023 vs 2024
  • 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

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
GSMArena Official
≈ estimated
14/03/2023
Full review · charging, camera and battery tests
Verdict
realme GT3 is a strong flagship killer with the fastest charging available, though its price holds it back.
5.0
TechTablets
≈ estimated
08/03/2023
In-depth review · charging, camera and firmware tests
Verdict
realme GT3's fast charging stands out, but the price is too high for the rest of the package.
8.0
Pratima Adhikari
≈ estimated
16/04/2023
First impressions · unboxing, charging and camera tests
Verdict
realme GT3 is a balanced phone with very fast charging; its cameras are good enough, though processing has some quirks.
7.0
XEETECHCARE
≈ estimated
09/03/2023
Hands-on review · one week of use, camera and charging
Verdict
realme GT3 is a decent package overall, mainly strong for its fast charging, with a soft ultrawide camera.
8.0
Lim Reviews
≈ estimated
01/03/2023
First impressions · MWC hands-on after one day
Verdict
realme GT3 is a solid flagship and a good upgrade over the GT2 Pro, with camera tests still to come.
9.0
Unbox PH
≈ estimated
28/02/2023
First impressions · charging, design and camera overview
Verdict
realme GT3 offers very fast charging and a likeable package, though an older chip and a weak macro camera hold it back.
Brand video
Not graded
Not graded yet
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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gsmarena.com
14/03/2023
Summary of the review
techadvisor.com
11/04/2023
Hands-on review · Fast charging
Verdict
The realme GT3 charges from flat to full in about ten minutes and performs well, but average battery life and weak secondary cameras hold it back.
trustedreviews.com
07/06/2023
Full review · Fast-charging phone
Verdict
The realme GT3 is a plain-looking phone with a strong chip, bright screen and very fast charging, though real-world charge times fell short of the claims.
androidauthority.com
28/02/2023
Hands-on impressions · Fast charging
Verdict
The realme GT3 is a fast, comfortable phone with a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 and 240W charging, but its cameras and missing water resistance hold it back.
root-nation.com
03/04/2023
Test drive · Gaming phone
Verdict
The realme GT3 is a smooth, powerful gaming phone with good night photos, though its 4600mAh battery drains quickly in GT mode during heavy play.
N
nextpit.com
14/03/2023
Summary of the review
smartzone.de
29/03/2023
Lab test · Display and performance
Verdict
The realme GT3 has one of the brightest and fastest screens among flagship phones and stays cool under load, but its slippery back and plastic frame feel less premium.
netzwelt.de
01/03/2023
Short test · First impressions
Verdict
The realme GT3 is a solid upper mid-range phone with 240W charging and a flat design, though its camera ring is mostly show.
N
nextpit.fr
14/03/2023
Summary of the review
fr.root-nation.com
03/04/2023
Hands-on test · Camera and gaming
Verdict
The realme GT3 is a very fast phone with impressive night photos and smooth gaming, but its ultrawide camera, zoom and battery life let it down.
E
elespanol.com
28/02/2023
Summary of the review
es.root-nation.com
03/04/2023
Hands-on test · Charging and gaming
Verdict
The realme GT3 is a very fast phone whose 240W charging fills it in about 12 minutes, but its battery is small and its ultrawide camera is weaker.
businessinsider.es
11/03/2023
Hands-on review · Fast-charging phone
Verdict
The realme GT3 is a fast-charging phone with a sharp 144Hz OLED and strong performance, but its resolution and zoom camera are its weaker points.
smartworld.it
28/02/2023
Full review · Fast-charging flagship
Verdict
The realme GT3 is a solid flagship whose 240W charging and bright display stand out, though it lacks a headphone jack, zoom camera and expandable storage.
andreagaleazzi.com
28/02/2023
Full review · Microscope camera
Verdict
The realme GT3 is a practical phone with an optically stabilised main camera, a useful microscope lens and fast charging, but it lacks zoom and a headphone jack.
tuttoandroid.net
28/02/2023
Full review · Fast-charging all-rounder
Verdict
The realme GT3 is a balanced all-rounder with a 240W charge that tops up in minutes, though its screen looks less bright and vivid than its listed numbers suggest.
techprincess.it
10/03/2023
Full review · Fast charging
Verdict
The realme GT3 is a solid all-round phone whose 240W charging stands out, though its camera lacks zoom and its ultra-wide shots are weaker.
thegeekerz.it
08/04/2023
Three-week review · Everyday use
Verdict
The realme GT3 offers fast charging, a strong display and good performance, but its plastic build feels less premium than the previous model.

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What customers like about realme GT3 (16GB + 1TB)

  • Unrivaled 240W fast charging (full charge in under 10 minutes claimed, around 10-15 mins in tests)
  • Excellent, big, and bright 144Hz AMOLED display with 1.5K resolution
  • Powerful flagship performance from the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC, great for gaming and multitasking
  • Good main (50MP Sony IMX890) camera performance with OIS, producing detailed photos
  • Attractive, fresh design with a premium feel and unique customizable RGB lighting (Pulse Interface) on the back
  • Impressive sustained performance and good thermal management
  • Highly customizable Realme UI 4.0 based on Android 13
  • Stereo speakers with good sound quality
  • Ample RAM and storage options (up to 16GB/1TB)

What customers don't like about realme GT3 (16GB + 1TB)

  • No ingress protection (no IP rating) or official waterproof support
  • Lackluster ultrawide and selfie (16MP front) camera performance; no telephoto lens
  • Microscope camera is seen as a gimmick or generally useless compared to a telephoto lens
  • Considered expensive at launch price, with better value-for-money options available
  • Plastic frame, which some users feel is less premium than other materials
  • Smaller battery capacity (4600mAh) compared to some alternatives, with some users preferring a larger battery over ultra-fast charging
  • No wireless charging support
  • Some users reported software bugs or performance issues over time (e.g., lag after 2 years)

Verdict

The Realme GT3 (16GB + 1TB variant) is a performance-focused smartphone defined by its exceptional charging speed and ample memory configuration. Its standout feature is 240W SUPERVOOC charging, which fully charges the device in just under ten minutes. Key specifications include the robust Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor, a substantial 16GB of RAM, and a massive 1TB of internal storage, paired with a vibrant 6.74-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a smooth 144Hz refresh rate. The main pros are undoubtedly the top-tier charging tech and flagship-level storage capacity. Potential cons involve the use of the previous generation's Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip instead of the latest silicon, and the phone's design possibly prioritizing charging over wireless charging capability.

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