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realme GT5 Pro (16GB + 1TB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£520RAM capacity:16 GBInternal storage:1 TBScreen size:6.78 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 50 MP & 8 MP

realme GT5 Pro (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.

8.4/10

Overall score

Score
8.4/ 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 94% of models
Score components

90%

8.4

Technical score

10%

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User score

★Better than 94% of smartphones
8.2

Value for money

Value for money
8.2/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

Overall score

30%

7.8

Price

★Better than 94%
8.4

Technical score

Technical score
8.4/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components

25%

9.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.3

Camera

15%

8.4

Display

15%

8.2

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.8

Connectivity

4%

8.3

Audio

3%

6.5

Design

★Better than 94%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £520
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Technical Specifications of smartphone realme GT5 Pro (16GB + 1TB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.4/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components:

25%

9.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.3

Camera

15%

8.4

Display

15%

8.2

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.8

Connectivity

4%

8.3

Audio

3%

6.5

Design

8.4
User score
User score
8.0/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
realme GT5 Pro (16GB + 1TB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.2/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components:

70%

8.4

Overall score

30%

7.8

Price

8.2
Brand name
realme
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor which is faster than processors in 90.4% of smartphones and equal to processors in 2% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
16 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >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
Market range: <64 GB – >512 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
3.3 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.3 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 89.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2% 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/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.6
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.6 which is wider than that of 83.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% 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.
2.24 binned
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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
144 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >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
5,400 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,400 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 67.4% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.2% of smartphones.
Charging speed
100 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 100 W which is faster than in 90.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.2% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports 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
?
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Height
161.7 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 161.7 mm which is shorter than 70.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% 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
9.2 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 9.2 mm which is thicker than 82.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 1% of smartphones.
Weight
224 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 224 g which is heavier than 83.3% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.4% of smartphones.
Device volume
108,675 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 108,675 cm³ which is larger than 80.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
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realme GT5 Pro (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
  • 3 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3 x vs 0 x).
    3 x vs 0 x
  • 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
  • 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
  • 3.03x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (100 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    100 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.
  • 4.74x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (14,760 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    14,760 vs 3,115
  • 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
  • 12.1% better value for money
    realme GT5 Pro (16GB + 1TB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (8.22 vs 7.3).
    8.22 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
  • 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
  • 4.74x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (14,760 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    14,760 vs 3,115
  • 37.5% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 2.42x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (2,279 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    2,279 vs 942
  • 73.5% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (18,705 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    18,705 vs 10,783
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (3x3.15 GHz & 2x2.96 GHz & 2x2.26 GHz & 1x3.3 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    3x3.15 GHz & 2x2.96 GHz & 2x2.26 GHz & 1x3.3 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 5.03x higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (19,245 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    19,245 vs 3,825
  • 6x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (1,536 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    1,536 vs 256
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 2.99x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (76.6 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    76.6 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 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
  • 2.79x higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (7,068 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    7,068 vs 2,533
  • 3x more L3 cache
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (12,288 KB vs 4,096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4,096 KB.
    12,288 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 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 (4,800 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2,750 MHz memory speed.
    4,800 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 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
  • 2.75x higher 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark than the average smartphone (1,675 vs 608). The average score is 608.
    1,675 vs 608
  • 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
  • 26.2% more transistors
    This smartphone has more transistors than the average smartphone (13,000 million vs 10,300 million). The average smartphone includes 10,300 million transistors.
    13,000 million vs 10,300 million
  • 2x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (64 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    64 KB vs 32 KB
  • 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 Super Assistant 7B LLM, AI Gesture Control, Semantic Perception
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 3 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3 x vs 0 x).
    3 x vs 0 x
  • 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.
    2.24 binned
    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
  • 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.
  • 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
  • Has a pro camera setup
    This smartphone features a pro camera setup, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones include professional-grade camera hardware.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.6 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/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.6 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 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 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 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)
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.2 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.
    3.2 vs 2
  • 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
  • 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 (1,600 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 3.03x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (100 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    100 W vs 33 W
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 8% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5,400 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    5,400 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 2.5x faster wireless charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (50 W vs 20 W). The average speed is 20 W.
    50 W vs 20 W
  • 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.
  • 1.9 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (161.7 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    161.7 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 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
  • 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
  • 14.2% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (224 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    224 g vs 196.2 g
  • 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
  • 5.44x less popular
    realme GT5 Pro (16GB + 1TB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 8.9% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (716 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    716 min vs 786 min
  • 0.9 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (9.2 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    9.2 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 5.44x less popular
    realme GT5 Pro (16GB + 1TB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 2x more expensive
    realme GT5 Pro (16GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£520 vs £260).
    £520 vs £260
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 8.9% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (716 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    716 min vs 786 min
  • 14.2% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (224 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    224 g vs 196.2 g
  • 0.9 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (9.2 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    9.2 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP64 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP64 vs IP67
  • 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.
    December 2023
    2023 vs 2024
  • 11.1% larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (108,675 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97,800 cm³.
    108,675 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

Video reviews

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

9.0
Cool Saf
≈ estimated
27/01/2024
Hands-on review · hardware, gaming and daily use
Verdict
realme GT5 Pro pairs flagship-level hardware with a mid-range price, though some software quirks have to be tolerated.
9.0
Flossy Carter
≈ estimated
13/12/2023
Full review · hardware, carrier bands and daily use
Verdict
realme GT5 Pro is a strong alternative to flagships for its price; buyers who don't need the top camera will be happy.
9.0
C4ETech English
≈ estimated
11/12/2023
Hands-on review · gestures, camera and performance tests
Verdict
realme GT5 Pro is a strong flagship with a capable camera system and impressive overall performance.
9.0
gizmochina
≈ estimated
07/12/2023
Full review · one week of use, gaming and camera tests
Verdict
realme GT5 Pro is a clear step up for the brand, with hardware that outperforms its price.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

bgr.com
26/12/2023
Hands-on review · Camera-led flagship
Verdict
The Realme GT5 Pro is a well-rounded flagship with a strong telephoto camera, great battery and quick charging, though Realme UI is a letdown.
indiatoday.in
27/12/2023
Quick review · Camera-first flagship
Verdict
The Realme GT5 Pro is a striking flagship with strong daylight photos, but its heavy body, protruding camera bump and soft skin smoothing hold it back.
gsmarena.com
02/01/2024
Full review · Lab tests
Verdict
The Realme GT5 Pro packs a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, fast charging and a bright screen, but it is sold only in China, which limits who can buy it.
A
alza.at
16/12/2023
Summary of the review
Realme GT5 Pro gets top-tier specs and challenges the flagships
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andro4all.com
06/03/2024
Summary of the review
Realme GT 5 Pro review: opinion and features
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zonamovilidad.es
02/05/2024
Hands-on test · Leather-back design
Verdict
The Realme GT5 Pro is a striking, fast phone with a great screen and quick charging, but it is not sold in Spain and runs Chinese-market software.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about realme GT5 Pro (16GB + 1TB)

  • Excellent and very bright LTPO AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate.
  • Outstanding performance due to the powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, making it very fast and great for gaming without significant overheating.
  • Great battery life from the large 5,400mAh battery, often lasting a full day or more on a single charge.
  • Very fast 100W wired charging and support for 50W wireless charging (first for a Realme device).
  • High-quality main and periscope telephoto cameras that produce vibrant, detailed images with good low-light performance.
  • Premium design with a faux leather back on some color options, giving it a nice tactile feel.
  • Good value for the price, offering flagship features at a competitive cost (especially in the China market).
  • Smooth user interface with regular software updates.

What customers don't like about realme GT5 Pro (16GB + 1TB)

  • Primarily available only in China, making global availability a major issue for international users.
  • Potential region lock and connectivity issues (e.g., lack of B20 network band in the China version, Android Auto problems) when used outside of China.
  • The unique palm unlock and air gesture features are inconsistent and require improvement.
  • Realme UI software includes some bloatware apps and can be a little unrefined in some areas compared to competitors.
  • The camera module is large and requires frequent wiping to avoid smudges.
  • Some users reported difficulty getting support for the Chinese domestic version from global Realme customer service.
  • The device only has an IP64 rating for dust and liquid protection, which is not as high as some competing flagships.

Verdict

The Realme GT5 Pro (16GB + 1TB) is a high-performance flagship smartphone featuring a powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, a vibrant 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate, and an impressive camera setup led by a 50MP Sony LYT-808 main sensor. Main pros include its massive 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage configuration for seamless multitasking and vast data capacity, exceptional battery life with 100W wired and 50W wireless charging support, and a bright display peaking at 4500 nits. Potential cons might include its lack of an official IP rating for water resistance and a software experience with occasional pre-installed bloatware.

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