If you’re wondering how much faster phones can really get, Realme has an answer — at least on paper. A new entry spotted on China’s 3C certification site points to the upcoming Realme GT 8 Pro supporting 120W wired charging. That puts it firmly in the territory of the fastest-charging devices available right now, though whether it ships with the exact same numbers is still to be seen.
What the certification shows
According to GizmoChina, the GT 8 Pro (model number RMX5200) appeared on the database with 120W charging listed. This matches the GT 7 Pro’s speed, suggesting Realme isn’t pushing higher wattage this time around but refining what’s already very, very fast.
Certification leaks like these are rarely flashy, but they often end up being accurate. It’s basically the paperwork phase that accidentally doubles as a leak.
A quick look back
Realme has made charging speeds a cornerstone of its identity. The brand previously showed off 320W “SuperSonic Charge” tech that could refill a phone in under five minutes, as The Verge noted. Even if that demo hasn’t hit real products yet, it proves Realme is serious about fast charging.
So keeping 120W on the GT 8 Pro isn’t a step back — it’s a sign that the company is focusing on efficiency and safety, not just raw wattage numbers.
Tied to bigger upgrades
Charging is just one piece of the puzzle. The GT 8 Pro is expected to debut Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, which Gadgets360 says could deliver big gains in power management. That matters when you’re pushing over 100W into a phone battery.
Other leaks hint at display improvements and new design tweaks, but the charging speed is what’s caught most of the attention. After all, who doesn’t like the idea of getting a full day’s power in the time it takes to sip a coffee?
What this means in the bigger picture
If Realme holds the line at 120W, it still keeps them competitive with brands like iQOO and Xiaomi, who are experimenting with 150W and even 200W prototypes. As GSMArena points out, charging speed has become as important a spec as cameras or displays in many markets.
But with great power comes… well, heat. Higher wattage raises real concerns about thermal performance and battery health. It’s why refinements matter more than headline figures.
FAQs
Is 120W confirmed for the retail model?
Not officially. The certification lists it, but companies sometimes tweak specs before launch.
How fast is 120W in practice?
On past Realme phones, it meant going from 0 to 100% in about 25 minutes, sometimes less.
Will wireless charging be included?
There’s no sign of it in the certification, so it’s uncertain right now.
Conclusion
Leaked paperwork doesn’t sound exciting, but in this case it tells us a lot: the Realme GT 8 Pro will likely keep 120W charging. It’s fast, it’s reliable, and paired with a new processor, it could be one of the more practical high-end phones coming this year.
Key takeaway: Realme seems less interested in breaking charging records and more focused on perfecting what it already does best.
