Introducing the Realme GT 8 Pro Aston Martin F1 Edition
Realme has teamed up with Aston Martin’s Formula 1 squad once again — this time to launch the GT 8 Pro Aston Martin F1 Limited Edition, slated to go on sale in China on November 10, 2025. This special edition blends high-performance hardware with motorsport-inspired aesthetics and a uniquely tailored user experience.
Striking Design with Racing DNA
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The phone gets its signature look from Aston Martin Green, reminiscent of the British racing team.
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It features a dual-wing aerodynamic texture on the back plate — lime and white accents add dynamic flair.
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A silver-wing Aston Martin logo and the Aramco F1 team emblem are prominently displayed, emphasizing its racing heritage.
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The camera modules also get a makeover: the main module wears bold lime-green, while surrounding units adopt more subtle green with lime outlines.
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Uniquely, the camera housing is swappable — users can change between square, round, and robot-style modules thanks to a modular design.
Packaging and unboxing are equally premium: the box is custom made, there’s a protective case branded with Aston Martin, plus a racing-car-shaped SIM ejector pin.
F1-Themed Software & Experience
Realme hasn’t just changed the look — the user interface gets a racing overhaul:
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F1-themed boot animations and wallpapers bring the adrenaline of motorsport to your screen.
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The camera app includes a dedicated Aston Martin watermark, reinforcing its special identity.
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Charging visuals, GT mode, and UI effects are also tailored to match the F1 spirit.
Power and Performance: What’s Under the Hood
Despite the cosmetic changes, the F1 edition retains the same robust internals as the standard GT 8 Pro:
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It runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, paired with a dedicated R1 gaming chip for optimized performance.
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The display is a 6.79-inch OLED panel with a blazing 144 Hz refresh rate for ultra-fluid visuals.
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For power, it comes with a 7,000 mAh battery that supports 120 W wired charging and 50 W wireless charging.
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The camera system includes:
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50 MP main sensor
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50 MP ultra-wide lens
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200 MP periscope telephoto — a sensational setup for both wide landscapes and zoom shots.
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Realme GT 8 Pro: The Base Model’s Unique Features
To appreciate the special edition fully, it’s worth highlighting what makes the base GT 8 Pro special:
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Its modular camera housing is held in place by Torx screws and a magnetic system — a very rare design choice.
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It features a Ricoh Imaging collaboration, with a Ricoh GR-style 50MP sensor that delivers a more authentic, classic camera feel.
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Realme supports 3D printing of custom camera modules — they’ve even released a 3MF file so users can design their own back plate.
What This Means for Realme & F1 Fans
This limited edition model is more than a collector’s item — it’s a statement. Realme is clearly pushing boundaries by:
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Merging luxury automotive branding with smartphone hardware
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Offering deep UI customization that matches the racing theme
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Enhancing user engagement through modular, customizable design
For motorsport fans especially, this phone could be a compelling fusion of performance and passion.
Is It Coming to Your Market?
Right now, Realme has only confirmed sales in China from November 10. There’s no official word yet on a global release, including India, so for now, interested buyers elsewhere may need to wait or look for import options.
Conclusion
The Realme GT 8 Pro Aston Martin F1 Edition isn’t just a smartphone — it’s a tribute to racing culture infused with Realme’s signature tech. With its bold green livery, modular design, and F1-themed software, it’s a collector’s piece for fans of motorsport and premium hardware alike. Though limited to China for now, it demonstrates Realme’s ambition to blend luxury, performance, and innovation.
