Realme 8i vs Lava Shark
72
Beebom Score
51
Beebom Score
Key Specifications
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | Unisoc T606 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.6", IPS LCD, 120 Hz | 6.67", IPS LCD, 120 Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+2MP+2MP/16MP | 50MP/8MP | ||
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 4 GB | ||
| Storage | 64 GB | 64 GB | ||
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | Unisoc T606 | ||
| Display | 6.6", IPS LCD, 120 Hz | 6.67", IPS LCD, 120 Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+2MP+2MP/16MP | 50MP/8MP | ||
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 4 GB | ||
| Storage | 64 GB | 64 GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Performance, Multimedia, Gaming and Main Camera | Design, Display, Battery, Software and Build Quality | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended For | Performance, Multimedia, Gaming and Main Camera | Design, Display, Battery, Software and Build Quality |
General
| Colors | Space Black, Space Purple | Titanium Gold, Stealth Black | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | September 09, 2021 | March 25, 2025 | ||
| Availability | September 14, 2021 | March 31, 2025 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹13,999 | ₹6,999 | ||
| Colors | Space Black, Space Purple | Titanium Gold, Stealth Black | ||
| Launch | September 09, 2021 | March 25, 2025 | ||
| Availability | September 14, 2021 | March 31, 2025 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹13,999 | ₹6,999 |
Display
Winner:Lava Shark
| Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.6 inches | 6.67 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 720 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2412 pixels | 1612 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 400 ppi | 269 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | HD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 600 nits | |||
| Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.6 inches | 6.67 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 720 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2412 pixels | 1612 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 400 ppi | 269 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | HD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 600 nits |
Body
Winner:Lava Shark
| Weight | 194 grams | 200 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | No Protection | No Protection | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| Speaker | Loudspeaker | Mono Speaker | ||
| IP rating | IP54 (Dust and Water Resistant) | |||
| Weight | 194 grams | 200 grams | ||
| Front | No Protection | No Protection | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| Speaker | Loudspeaker | Mono Speaker | ||
| IP rating | IP54 (Dust and Water Resistant) |
Processor
Winner:Realme 8i
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | Unisoc | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Helio G96 | T606 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G57 MP1 | ||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | Realme UI | Lava Android | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 2 year | |||
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | Unisoc | ||
| Chipset Name | Helio G96 | T606 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G57 MP1 | ||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | Realme UI | Lava Android | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 2 year |
Main Camera
Winner:Realme 8i
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 2 MP | |||
| Camera 2 Type | Macro | |||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 2 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Depth | |||
| Features | Auto Focus, HDR, LED Flash, Night Mode, Panorama | LED Flash | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | No Stabilization | ||
| Video | ||||
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 50 MP | ||
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 2 MP | |||
| Camera 2 Type | Macro | |||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 2 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Depth | |||
| Features | Auto Focus, HDR, LED Flash, Night Mode, Panorama | LED Flash | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | No Stabilization | ||
| Video |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Lava Shark
| Front Camera Resolution | 16 MP | 8 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide-angle | Single | ||
| Features | Face Unlock, HDR, Night Mode, Panorama | Face Unlock | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps, 720p@30fps | 720p@30/60fps | ||
| Front Camera Resolution | 16 MP | 8 MP | ||
| Front Camera Type | Wide-angle | Single | ||
| Features | Face Unlock, HDR, Night Mode, Panorama | Face Unlock | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps, 720p@30fps | 720p@30/60fps |
Battery
Winner:Lava Shark
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Ion | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 18 w | 18 w | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Ion | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 18 w | 18 w |
Memory
Winner:Realme 8i
| Storage | 64 GB | 64 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 2.1 | eMMC 5.1 | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 4 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR3 | ||
| Storage | 64 GB | 64 GB | ||
| Storage type | UFS 2.1 | eMMC 5.1 | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 4 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR3 |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM , dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | GSM, LTE, WCDMA | GSM, HSPA, LTE | ||
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM , dual stand-by) | ||
| Network | GSM, LTE, WCDMA | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
Winner:Lava Shark
| 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 | GPS | ||
| NFC | Yes (region specific) | No | ||
| Radio | No | FM Radio | ||
| 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 | GPS | ||
| NFC | Yes (region specific) | No | ||
| Radio | No | FM Radio |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | ||
| AI Features | ||||
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | ||
| AI Features |
