Realme GT 6: Realme wanted to shake up the market for upper mid-range smartphones when it released the GT 6 in summer 2024 – and succeeded, it did.
In a category full of heavy hitters such as Samsung, OnePlus and Xiaomi, the GT 6 arrived with flagship specs, wicked-fast charging and a display that could hold its own against many flagships — all at a surprisingly aggressive price.
So, now in 2025, how does the GT 6 compare? Is it still a worthy buy? Let’s break it down.
Design & Build: A Taste of Style in the Looks segment
The GT 6 doesn’t exclaim “look at me,” but has just enough flash to feel upscale. The back is a study in matte and glossy juxtapositions, divided into two pieces — one a mirrorlike shine and the other more subdued.
It’s a bold design but doesn’t go over the top, which is what sets it apart from the usual cookie-cutter slabs we’ve been seeing.
The phone has some heft to it when you pick it up, and that’s all down to its Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on the front and aluminum frame. At 199g it’s not too heavy, and the curved edges and even weight distribution make it feel not super hefty.
The IP65 rating is a nice touch -you don’t often see water resistance at this price point.
Some Facts About Our Comets: Bright, Bold and Beautiful!
Realme didn’t mess around when it came to the GT 6’s screen. The 6.78 inch LTPO AMOLED panel has 2780 x 1264 pixels resolution and adapts to the refresh rate of up to 120Hz.
(Really, the thing that leaps out most is the brightness. Reaching up to a retina-searing 6000 nits (yes, you read that correctly), it laughs in the face of direct sunlight.
Colors are punchy, blacks are deep, and HDR content is beautiful thanks to Dolby Vision support.
Whether you’re streaming on YouTube or binging on Netflix or scrolling any social media, this screen provides a premier viewing experience in every way.
Performance: Snapdragon Power Unchained
Powering the GT 6 is the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chip — a cut-down variant of the flagship 8 Gen 3 — but let me assure you it’s no slouch. This thing flies.
Coupled with up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage, the phone seems to have no problems handling anything you throw at it.
Multitasking is easy, games such as Call of Duty: Mobile can be played at high settings and so can Genshin Impact, and the device hardly heats up thanks to its advanced cooling system. It’s a monster on performance, no question.
Cameras: Surprisingly Capable
Realme’s previous handsets have been less than impressive in the camera department.
Not so with the GT 6. In daylight it captures detailed and vibrant shots with OIS from main Sony flagship 50MP LYT-808. Low-light is great in fact, with minimal noise and decent dynamic range.
There’s also a 50MP 2x telephoto lens and an 8MP ultrawide shooter.
The telephoto does impress with its sharp portraits, but the ultrawide is more of a middle-of-the-road performer so far. The 32MP selfie camera does a good job at snappy social media shots — with natural skin tones and good edge detection for portrait mode.
Battery Life and Charging: No Waiting Around
The 5,500mAh battery provides plenty of power to get through a full day for most people.
And when you need to charge it up, Realme’s 120W SUPERVOOC charging is (nothing short of) incredible. It will go from 0 to 50 % charge in about 10 minutes, and it takes less than 30 minutes to fully charge.
There’s no wireless charging, but the wired speed should compensate for that.
Software: Clean, Yet a Little Bloated
On Realme UI 5.0, which runs on Android 14, the software is snappy.
Realme has thrown in some AI-based abilities including Smart Loop and AI Eraser that actually come in handy. But there are a couple of preloaded apps you’re likely to want to uninstall right off the bat.
It’s promised at least two major Android versions’ worth of updates, which puts it in line with competitors.
Pros
Gorgeous AMOLED screen with extreme brightness and HDR
Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 performance that’s a screamer
120W fast charging means goodbye to battery anxiety
Comparatively powerful camera system for the price
High-end design with an IP65 protection class
Cons
No wireless charging
Average-at-best ultrawide camera
A bit slippery without a case
Some pre-installed bloatware
Battery life may be different when heavily loaded
Realme GT 6: Final Verdict
The Realme GT 6 gets the basics right and adds in a few pleasant surprises as well. It doesn’t merely compare favorably with the big boys — in some respects, it is ahead of the game.
Yes, there are some imperfections, but none of them is a showstopper.
If you want a smartphone under ₹45,000 that delivers sub-flagship-matching performance, a dazzling display, and insanely-fast charging, then the Realme GT 6 should be sitting at the very top of your list.
It’s not only a flagship killer — it’s a flagship challenger.