The Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 fever is here and we included those options here and then some.
The realme GT 6 is the top dog offer from the brand. It comes with a new chipset, AI features, good camera, and many more compared to its predecessor.
However, not everyone has the budget to buy this amazing GT smartphone. That’s why we listed five alternatives that may fit limited resources.
Before we proceed, let’s have a quick look at the specs of the realme GT 6:
- 1.5K 6.78” LTPO OLED display
- 120 Hz refresh rate (1 Hz minimum for power saving)
- Dolby Vision and HDR10+
- Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
- 2,160 Hz PWM dimming
- 50 + 50 + 8 MP rear cameras with 4K@60FPS recording
- 32 MP selfie camera with 4K@30FPS recording
- 5500 mAh battery with 120 W rapid charging
- Stereo speakers with OReality Audio and Hi-Res Audio
- Passive cooling system
Disclaimer: The devices listed here are newly released or soon-to-be released smartphones in the Philippines for 2024. Also, the models are mid-rangers mainly designed with raw performance and camera in mind.
POCO F6
The POCO F6 is a near bezel-less midranger powered by the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, the same CPU powering the realme GT 6. That’s why this device is on this list.
It’s also enhanced by AI to dish out performance without draining much power and let gamers enjoy their favorite titles with accurate controls. Since performance is the star, the brand installed a passive cooling system to keep the heat away from the hardware.
For an SRP of PHP 21,999, the POCO F6 offers:
- 1.5K 6.67” AMOLED display
- 120 Hz refresh rate
- Dolby Vision and HDR10+
- Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
- 50 + 8 MP rear cameras with 4K@60FPS recording
- 20 MP selfie camera with 1080p@60FPS recording
- 5000 mAh battery with 90 W turbo charging
- Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos and Hi-Res Audio
That SRP is for the 8+256 GB variant but if you want a bigger memory, go for the 12+512GB for PHP 24,999.
POCO F6 Pro
The POCO F6 Pro is the evolved version of its younger kin. This one is powered by the former flagship processor, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. While the SD 8s Gen 3 is modern in many ways, the SD 8 Gen 2 remains relevant due to its architecture, previous status, and graphics chip.
Despite having the same screen as the regular model, the Pro version comes with better display resolution for crispier, clearer, and more detailed visuals. This is crucial if you like watching 2K or 4K videos or when gaming. It also features a large passive cooling system.
For an SRP of PHP 26,999, the POCO F6 Pro offers:
- 2K 6.67” AMOLED display
- 120 Hz refresh rate
- Dolby Vision and HDR10+
- 3,840 Hz max PWM dimming
- Qualcomm Adreno 740 (higher than SD 8s Gen 3’s Adreno 735)
- 50 + 8 + 2 MP rear cameras with 8K@24 FPS, 4K@60FPS recording
- 16 MP selfie camera with 1080p@60FPS recording
- 5000 mAh battery with 120 W turbo charging
- Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos and Hi-Res Audio
The POCO F6 Pro is sold in three configurations. The SRP mentioned is for the 8+256 GB variant. You can go big with 12+512 GB for PHP 28,999 or massive with 16 GB + 1 TB for PHP 32,999.
HONOR 200 Pro
The HONOR 200 Pro is likely to pave the way for DSLR killers this year. But don’t underestimate this beast in terms of performance because it’s also powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 and features a refreshing design. It isn’t prone to heat, thanks to a passive cooling system.
The camera island is ellipse and it holds three cameras with the H9000 as the lead sensor. Beyond the astonishing rear cameras, the smartphone also sports two selfies cameras, which aren’t common today. Just based on these details, the device is implying that it’s a great companion for gaming and capturing moments.
While there’s no official pricing as of writing, the HONOR 200 Pro offers:
- 1.5K 6.78” AMOLED display
- 120 Hz refresh rate
- 3,840 Hz max PWM dimming
- 50 + 50 + 12 MP rear cameras with 4K recording
- 50 MP selfie camera with 4K recording
- 5200 mAh silicon-carbon battery
- 100 W wired charging + 66 W wireless charging
- Stereo speakers with HONOR Histen 7.1
- HONOR C1+RF for better 5G
The HONOR 200 Series is scheduled for launch on July 17. The HONOR 200 Pro has been launched in China with a starting price of CNY 3,499 or around PHP 28K.
TECNO CAMON 30 Pro 5G
The TECNO CAMON 30 Pro 5G blends raw performance and camera features while promoting value for your money. This smartphone resembles a camera when viewed on landscape with the capsule-like flash below the camera island.
It’s powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate and still has a respectable performance score. The main camera is the Sony IMX890, which makes the phone a good option for gamers and camera enthusiasts. A passive cooling system is installed as well.
For an SRP of PHP 15,999, the TECNO CAMON 30 Pro 5G offers 12+256 GB of memory and these:
- 1080p 6.78” AMOLED display
- 144 Hz refresh rate (highest on this list)
- 50 + 50 + 2 MP rear cameras
- 50 MP selfie camera
- 5000 mAh battery with 70 W turbo charging
- Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos
POCO X6 Pro 5G
Despite being the first to be launched this year, the POCO X6 Pro 5G has sustained its momentum because it’s the best value for money here. It isn’t a flagship but it can run numerous demanding games for mobile.
The smartphone is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra and it sports an impressive display. It comes with a passive cooling system as well. The main camera isn’t the best but it’s decent enough for memories and social media postings.
For an SRP of PHP 16,999, the POCO X6 Pro 5G offers:
- 1.5K 6.67” AMOLED display
- 120 Hz refresh rate
- Dolby Vision and HDR10+
- Corning Gorilla Glass 5
- 64 + 8 + 2MP rear cameras with 4K@30FPS recording
- 16 MP selfie camera with 1080p@60FPS recording
- 5000 mAh battery with 67 W turbo charging
- Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos and Hi-Res Audio
That SRP is for the 8+256 GB variant. You can choose the 12+512 GB variant for PHP 19,999.
So, which smartphone on this list fits your budget?
