Realme has finally introduced a new champion in its number series with the launch of Realme 8s 5G. The latest 5G mobile from the company stands tall with quite a few claims. The phone is a first in many aspects. It is the first device to be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 810 5G processor, the brand’s first phone to feature new Dynamic RAM Expansion (DRE) technology, and more. That said, the phone will face stiff competition with the likes of the IQOO Z3 5G and its own Narzo 30 Pro 5G. Both the smartphones offer some good value-for-money propositions. In this article, we are going to put the Realme 8s 5G against the iQOO Z3 5G and Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G to see which one emerges as the winner of this segment.
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Realme 8s 5G vs iQOO Z3 5G vs Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G: Price in India
Let’s start with the pricing of the Realme 8s 5G. The smartphone comes with a price tag of Rs 17,999 for the 6GB RAM + 128GB storage option, while the 8GB RAM + 128GB model comes with a price tag of Rs 19,999. The iQOO Z3 5G is priced at Rs 19,999 for the 6GB RAM + 128GB storage option. The 8GB RAM + 128GB model is priced at Rs 20,990, while the 12GB RAM + 256GB option comes with a price tag of Rs 22,990. Lastly, the Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G India price starts at Rs 16,999 for the 6GB RAM + 64GB model, while the 8GB RAM + 128GB option is priced at Rs 19,999.
Realme 8s 5G vs iQOO Z3 5G vs Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G: Design
Coming to the design, the Realme 8s 5G offers a new Infinite Star design language and is available in Universe Purple and Universe Blue colour options. The pack panel comes with a square-shaped camera module, while the front features a punch-hole design.
The iQOO Z3 5G comes with two different finishes: Ace Black and Cyber Blue. The phone comes with a vertically aligned camera module at the rear panel, while the front features a waterdrop notch display. Lastly, coming to Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G, you get a matte finish at the back panel. The phone is available in two colour options including Blade Silver and Sword Black. The device offers a punch-hole display along with a rectangular camera module at the rear panel.
Realme 8s 5G vs iQOO Z3 5G vs Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G: Display
Coming to the display, the Realme 8s 5G packs a 6.5-inch Full HD+ IPS display with a screen resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels. The screen comes with a 90Hz refresh rate and 600 nits brightness. The iQOO Z3 comes loaded with a 6.58-inch Full HD+ LCD display with a screen resolution of 2408 x 1080 pixels. The screen offers a 120Hz refresh rate, 96 per cent NTSC colour gamut, and HDR support. Lastly, we have Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G that offers a 6.5-inch Full HD+ IPS display and comes with a 120Hz refresh rate along with up to 600 nits brightness.
Realme 8s 5G vs iQOO Z3 5G vs Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G: Performance
In terms of performance, the Realme 8s 5G is the first smartphone in India that is powered by the latest MediaTek Dimensity 810 5G processor, which is based on a 6nm process. The phone comes loaded with up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. However, the interesting thing about the device is the new Dynamic RAM Expansion (DRE) technology. This allows it add up to 5GB of RAM to the existing 8GB, meaning that you can get up to 13GB of RAM. The same feature is also available in some Vivo and OPPO phones as well. The handset runs on Android 11 and comes loaded with Realme UI 2.0.
Coming to iQOO Z3, the handset is powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G processor. This is also the first smartphone in India that comes loaded with the latest 5G Qualcomm processor. Apart from this, you get up to 12GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage with the iQOO Z3. The handset runs on Android 11 operating system.
Lastly, we have the Realme Narzo 30 Pro. The phone runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 800U processor, which is also a capable chipset. The handset comes with up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. It also runs on Android 11 with Realme UI on top of it.
Realme 8s 5G vs iQOO Z3 5G vs Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G: Cameras
In terms of cameras, the Realme 8s 5G features a triple-camera setup with a combination of 64MP primary lens, 2MP B&W portrait lens, and 2MP macro shooter. For the front, there is a 16MP camera for selfies and video calling.
The iQOO Z3 5G also packs a triple-camera setup with a combination of 64MP primary camera, 8MP ultra-wide sensor, and 2MP macro lens. For selfies, you get a 16MP shooter. The Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G offers a triple-camera setup with 48MP primary lens, 8MP ultra-wide sensor, and 2MP macro shooter. For selfies and video calling, you have a 16MP sensor.
Realme 8s 5G vs iQOO Z3 5G vs Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G: Battery
The Realme 8s 5G is juiced up by a 4,880mAH battery and comes with a 33W DART fast charging solution. The iQOO Z3 5G comes with a 4,400mAh battery and you get a 55W fast charging support. Lastly, the Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G comes with a 5,000mAh battery with 30W DART charging support.
Realme 8s 5G vs iQOO Z3 5G vs Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G: Verdict
To conclude, the Realme 8s 5G seems to be a capable 5G smartphone in this price range. The handset gives you a value-for-money proposition with features like the latest MediaTek processor, DRE technology, decent camera features, and more. However, the iQOO Z3 5G is also a great device at this price point, though it falls under the same price tag as the top model of Realme 8s 5G. But that being said, you still get a powerful chipset, 55W fast charging support, which makes it a good contender. As for the Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G, it sure has some similarities with the Realme 8s 5G, but the latter seems to be a better proposition considering the price tag.
