Realme may not be a well-known name in the US, but the brand has gained recognition for producing Android smartphones equipped with high-capacity batteries.
The newest Realme GT 7 Pro features a robust 6,500mAh battery, while the budget-friendly Realme 12 Pro Plus 5G, priced under $400, includes an impressive 5,000mAh capacity.
Both phones also boast fast charging capabilities, with the GT 7 Pro supporting 120W charging and the Realme 12 Pro Plus 5G offering 67W charging.
Now, it seems Realme is aiming to push its already advanced high-capacity, fast-charging technology further with its upcoming flagship device.
According to a report by leaker Digital Chat Station on Weibo (as relayed by Android Authority), Realme is currently testing three new battery variations, all offering larger capacities than the GT 7 Pro.
These options are reportedly being considered for the brand’s next flagship smartphone:
- A 7,000mAh battery with 120W fast charging, capable of a full charge in just 42 minutes.
- A 7,500mAh battery with 100W fast charging, achieving a full charge in 55 minutes.
- An 8,000mAh battery with 80W fast charging, requiring 70 minutes to charge fully.
The specific device that will feature one of these configurations remains unnamed by Digital Chat Station. It might be the Realme GT 8 Pro, potentially launching in 2025.
Regardless, the leaked details suggest Realme faces a trade-off decision between prioritizing battery capacity or charging speed for its upcoming flagship.
Among the options, the 8,000mAh battery, while offering the highest capacity, has relatively slower charging at 80W, taking 70 minutes to reach a full charge.
However, this trade-off may not be a significant drawback, as such a large battery could easily provide more than a full day of usage, making overnight charging sufficient for most users.
Even at its slowest rumored charging speed of 80W, Realme’s potential flagship batteries would surpass the charging capabilities of leading smartphones from competitors like Apple and Samsung, which continue to lag behind in this area.
By offering battery capacities of 7,000mAh, 7,500mAh, or even 8,000mAh, Realme would further solidify its position as a leader in battery and charging technology.