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realme 8 5G now available via postpaid plans starting at P999/month

The realme 8 5G 8GB + 128GB is now available via postpaid offers from Smart Communications and Globe Telecom for as low as Php 999 per month with minimal cash-out.

To recap, the handset features a MediaTek Dimensity 700 5G chipset with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. It has a 6.5-inch FHD IPS panel with a punch hole on the upper left for the 16MP selfie camera.

realme 8 5G Postpaid Plans Smart and Globe

At the back, there’s a 48MP main shooter supported by two 2MP sensors for depth and macro. The phone also features a 5000mAh battery with 18W fast charging, a side fingerprint scanner, USB-C, and realme UI 2.0 on top of Android 11.

Price and Availability

On Smart Signature, the realme 8 5G 8GB + 128GB will be available under Plan 999. This comes with 5GB of data, Unli All-Net Texts, Unli All-Net Calls and 50 mins Calls to PLDT.  

ALSO READ: realme 8 5G review: Solid 5G phone for under Php 12K

While on Globe Postpaid, it is available at Plan 999 with 5GB of data, Unli All-Net Texts, and Unli All-Net Calls or Calls to DUO and Landline. It also comes with FREE 3GB of GoWiFi, FREE KonsultaMD (Individual Subscription), and FREE GInsure (3 months COVID-19 coverage from Singlife). 

realme 8 5G comparison
realme 8 5G

realme 8 5G specs

  • Display: 6.5-inch FHD+ IPS Display, 2400 x 1080, Up to 600 nits
  • Processor: 2.2GHz Octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 700 5G
  • GPU: ARM Mali-G57
  • RAM: 8GB LPDDR4X RAM
  • Storage: 128GB UFS 2.1 Storage, MicroSD Expansion Slot
  • Rear Cameras: 48MP Main + 2MP Macro + 2MP B/W, Quad Cameras
  • Front Camera: 16MP Selfie Camera
  • Network: 5G, 4G LTE
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi Dual Band, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS
  • Others: Side Fingerprint Scanner, USB-C
  • OS: realme UI 2.0, Android 11
  • Battery: 5,000mAh Battery, 18W Dart Charge

Bryan Rilloraza has been a fixture in the local tech scene for over a decade, sharing his perspective as a tech enthusiast and industry veteran. Backed by an MBA from De La Salle University, a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of the Philippines, and 20 years of corporate experience in the telecommunications and banking sectors, Bryan provides a practical, real-world analysis of how technology serves the consumer.

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