A flagship with an 8000 mAh battery could arrive next year

American smartphone users aren’t yet getting the kind of battery innovation that China is. And that difference continues to grow. For example, Realme has already introduced a 320W fast charging system that charges a 4,420mAh battery from 0% to 100% in just 4 minutes and 30 seconds. By comparison, in the US, the flagship OnePlus 12 will offer only 80W charging, which is considered the limit of capability due to the country’s power grid standards.

The OnePlus 12 will offer only 80W charging.

Charging: Chinese tech leads the way

The charging speeds of flagships in the US are far inferior to Chinese models. For example:

• iPhone 16 Pro charges at a rate of 26-27W.
• Galaxy S24 Ultra supports charging up to 45W.
• Pixel 9 Pro XL offers 37W.

Although slow charging preserves battery life, users are increasingly opting for faster solutions. In China, Realme is testing three variants of the flagship, which will presumably be called the Realme GT8 Pro. The battery options:

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1. 7000 mAh with 120W charging, full charge in 42 minutes.
2. 7500 mAh with 100W charging, full charge in 55 minutes.
3. 8000 mAh with 80W charging, full charge in 70 minutes.

American alternative: the OnePlus 13

In the US, smartphones with larger batteries are less common. The OnePlus 13, with its 6,000mAh battery and 80W fast charging, is expected to be the choice for those who value battery life and fast charging.

The OnePlus 13 is expected to be the smartphone of choice for those who value battery life and fast charging.

Realme’s success in the global market

Realme, part of the BBK Electronics Group (along with Oppo, vivo, OnePlus and iQOO), continues to advance in technology. In the first half of 2024, the brand ranked 7th in the global smartphone rankings with a market share of 8.2%. For comparison, the current Realme GT7 Pro has a 6,500mAh battery.

And the current Realme GT7 Pro has a 6,500mAh battery.