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Realme GT 7 Series: 7,000mAh Battery, 120W Charging, and the Return of the “Flagship Killer”?
Nick Papanikolopoulos
May 12, 2025
Sometimes, you can tell when a phone brand is trying to make a point. That’s exactly what Realme seems to be doing with its upcoming GT 7 and GT 7T smartphones, set to debut globally on May 27. We’ve been hearing the “flagship killer” pitch for years now. It was catchy at first, a bit overused later, and now… maybe it’s back? That’s what Realme’s banking on. Their latest teaser reveals something pretty bold: both the GT 7 and GT 7T will pack a massive 7,000mAh battery — the biggest we’ve seen in any of their premium-tier phones. And if that sounds like it could slow things down, think again — the phones also support 120W fast charging.
Big battery, fast juice. On paper, that’s compelling. But it also raises a few questions.
What’s Been Confirmed (and What Hasn’t)
So far, Realme has shared the designs and now the battery + charging specs, via a set of promo posters. The 7,000mAh capacity is impressive, even slightly surprising. Usually, phones that big come with trade-offs. We’ll have to see how they’ve managed the weight and size — no numbers on that yet.
Also confirmed: both phones support 120W wired charging, which could theoretically top up the battery in under 30 minutes. Maybe even faster. Then again, real-world results often fall a bit short of what’s promised.
There’s still plenty we don’t know officially, but benchmark listings and leaks have filled in a few more blanks.
GT 7 and GT 7T: Performance Specs (So Far)
According to recent Geekbench sightings:
- GT 7 will likely debut with the new Dimensity 9400e chipset
- GT 7T is expected to use the slightly lower-tier Dimensity 8400
Now, those chipsets aren’t confirmed yet by Realme. But benchmark data tends to be accurate, or at least close. If true, the GT 7 will lean more heavily into flagship-level performance, while the GT 7T might aim to balance power and efficiency.
Both phones are rumored to feature:
- 6.78-inch flat OLED displays
- 1.5K resolution
- 120Hz refresh rate
- Under-display fingerprint sensors
That’s a solid display setup for the price segment — again, assuming Realme doesn’t cut corners elsewhere.
Memory-wise, we’re expecting options up to 12GB RAM and 512GB storage. Software will be Android 15, skinned with Realme UI 6, out of the box.
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Cameras: More than Just Numbers?
Cameras on flagship killers are often where brands either surprise us—or disappoint.
If leaks hold true, the GT 7 will come with:
- A 50MP main camera with OIS
- An 8MP ultra-wide
- And, interestingly, another 50MP telephoto lens
Meanwhile, the GT 7T seems to cut back slightly:
- 50MP main sensor with OIS
- 8MP ultra-wide
- No telephoto, apparently
Both models are expected to include a 16MP front camera, probably with the usual AI-beauty tricks and video modes. Nothing earth-shattering there, but serviceable.
Color Options & Design Vibe
Realme’s always played with bold colors, and this year is no different.
- GT 7T will launch in yellow, blue, and black
- GT 7 will stick with black and blue
Design-wise, they look modern but safe. Flat displays, minimal bezels, slightly boxy frame. It’s hard to be too original in 2025 without going weird.
Final Thoughts (for Now)
It’s early, and not all specs are confirmed. But the Realme GT 7 series is shaping up to be a proper return to the brand’s performance-first roots. A 7,000mAh battery paired with 120W charging is a bold move — one that could either impress or backfire if the rest of the experience isn’t balanced.
And calling something a flagship killer these days? Risky. Expectations are sky-high. But if Realme keeps the pricing aggressive, and the real-world performance lines up with the specs, they might just pull it off.
We’ll know more after the May 27 launch event. For now, the GT 7 and GT 7T are definitely phones to watch — and maybe, depending on pricing, even the ones to beat.
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