Design and Build

The GT 2 boasts a sleek design with curved edges, slim bezels, and a narrow chassis made of glass and plastic. It feels solidly built despite being quite lightweight at 194.5/199.8g.

Available in Paper White, Paper Green, Steel Black, and Titanium Blue colors, the phone looks distinctly premium. Button placement is also ergonomic with no camera bump for a seamless in-hand feel.

Display

Upfront lies a stunning 6.62-inch AMOLED screen with FHD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rate and 1300nits of peak brightness. Images appear vibrant and colors are accurately saturated.

The 20:9 aspect ratio is great for videos while HDR10+ support enhances contrast. And thanks to the Corning Gorilla Glass protection, it can withstand accidental bumps and scratches. Overall, one of the best displays in its class.

Hardware and Performance

Powering the device is Qualcomm’s flagship Snapdragon 888 5G chip paired with up to 12GB RAM for seamless multitasking. UI navigation is consistently smooth while apps load rapidly.

Gaming performance is also top-notch with most graphically-intense titles running at maximum settings. Internal storage options top out at 256GB which is ample for most users.

Cameras

The 50MP main shooter takes bright, detailed photos while the 8MP ultrawide adds more context. 2MP macro shots lack detail but come in handy. Selfies are pleasing enough thanks to the 16MP front cam.

Video quality is mediocre with stabilization struggling under heavy movement. Low-light images retain textures albeit with visible noise reduction applied. Overall output is definitely flagship-caliber.

Battery Life

Battery capacity stands at a respectable 5000mAh, which Realme claims charges fully in just 33 minutes using the included 65W charger. Daily usage easily lasts over 12 hours.

Even with heavier gaming or social media use throughout the day, you should still get 6-7 hours of screen time consistently. Standby time remains excellent too.

Conclusion

At a starting price of around $500, the Realme GT 2 certainly undercuts most flagship competition without compromising on performance or build. Add phenomenal charging speeds and you have an incredibly well-rounded package.

While the camera needs improvement, overall it achieves Realme’s goal of bringing Snapdragon 888 flagship power to a much wider audience. Highly recommended for performance seekers on a budget.