Realme 8i vs Ai+ Nova 5G
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Key Specifications
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | Unisoc T8200 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.6", IPS LCD, 120Hz | 6.745", LCD, 120Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+2MP+2MP/16MP (Front) | 50MP+0.08MP/5MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5000mAh, 18W | 5000mAh, 10W | ||
| RAM | 4GB | 6GB | ||
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Performance, Display, Multimedia, Battery and Gaming | Battery, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera |
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General
| Colors | Space Black, Space Purple | Pink, Blue, Black, Green, Purple, Sparkle Red | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | September 09, 2021 | July 09, 2025 | ||
| Availability | September 14, 2021 | July 22, 2025 | ||
| Launch Country | India | India | ||
| Launch Price | ₹13,999 | ₹7,999 |
Display
Winner:Realme 8i
| Type | IPS LCD | LCD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.6 inches | 6.745 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 720 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2412 pixels | 1600 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 401 ppi | 265 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | HD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 600 nits |
Body
Winner:Ai+ Nova 5G
| Weight | 194 grams | 192 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | - | - | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C | USB Type-C | ||
| IP rating | - | IP54 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Loudspeaker | |||
| Build Quality | Plastic Material |
Processor
Winner:Realme 8i
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | Unisoc | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Helio G96 | T8200 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Arm Mali-G57 MC2 |
Main Camera
Winner:Ai+ Nova 5G
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 2 MP | 0.08 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Macro | Auxiliary | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 2 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Depth | |||
| Features | Auto Focus, Filter, HDR, LED Flash, Night Mode, Panorama, Panoramic, Portrait Mode, Slow Motion, Timelapse | HDR, LED-Flash | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | EIS | ||
| Video |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | Realme UI | NxtQuantum OS | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 2 year(s) | 1 year(s) | ||
| AI Features | AI Beauty, AI Camera, AI Scene recognition | AI Camera |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Ai+ Nova 5G
| Front Camera Resolution | 16 MP | 5 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Single | ||
| Features | AI Beauty Mode, AI Scene Recognition, Filters, HdR, Night mode, Panoramic View, Portrait, Time Lapse | |||
| Video | 1080p@30fps, 720p@30fps |
Battery
Winner:Tie
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 18 W | 10 W |
Memory
Winner:Realme 8i
| Storage | 64 GB | 128 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 2.1 | eMMC 5.1 | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 6 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | Dual nano-SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | GSM, LTE FDD, LTE TD, WCDMA | 5G, GSM, LTE, UMTS |
Connectivity
Winner:Ai+ Nova 5G
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5 | ||
| Positioning | Beidou, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS | AGPS, GPS | ||
| NFC | Supported | - | ||
| Radio | - | FM Radio, Recording |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint Scanner (Side Mounted), Light Sensor, Magnetic Induction Sensor, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor |
