Best 8GB RAM Mobile Phones

Best 8GB RAM Mobile Phones

Smartphones today consume more RAM than ever before. Bloated OS’ have ensured the RAM requirements of phones have shot through the roof over the past few years with phones makers trying to keep up with the demand by launching newer phones with greater amount of RAM installed in them. This has seen smartphone makers launch phones with 12 and even 16GB of RAM – the latter in my opinion is definitely an overkill for a device such as a smartphone. But even as the RAM requirements on devices shoot up, the sweet spot for it remains at 8GB. For most tasks, including gaming, this is a good enough number as 8GB RAM can easily help you handle demanding tasks such as gaming and multitasking on your phone. In this list, we will list out some of the best phones with 8 GB RAM such as the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, OnePlus 11, Vivo X90, Google Pixel 7 and OnePlus 11R. These phones are equipped with more than enough RAM to handle your multitasking needs.

  • 1.

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra 5G

Specs Score
8.8/10
Screen Size: 6.8u0022
Rear camera : 108 MP
Storage: 256GB
Battery capacity: 5000 (mAh)
Feature
9.2
Performance
8.8
Value
8.8
Design
8.6
PROS:
  • Important design tweaks, Powerful performer, Brilliant cameras, Beautiful display, Great battery backup
CONS:
  • Too big, No expandable storage, Slow charging

The newly-launched Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra comes with 8GB LPDDR5X RAM in the base variant. This is the latest standard of smartphone RAM, so expect speedy multitasking. The phone comes with a new custom Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy chipset which allows for faster LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. The display remains the same as last year’s – a 6.8-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED panel with 120 Hz refresh rate. The phone also houses a massive 5,000 mAh battery with 45 W fast charging support. The large battery coupled with the more efficient chipset allows for improved battery life compared to its predecessor. You also get a 200 MP ISOCELL HP2 main sensor which takes fantastic shots, both in daylight and low light.

  • 2.
Screen Size: 6.7u0022
Rear camera : 48 MP
Storage: 256GB
Battery capacity: 4400 (mAh)

After years of trailing their Android competitors in the RAM game, this year’s iPhone 15 Pro Max finally has 8 GB of RAM! The difference may not be apparent to regular users but for power users who multitask a lot, this is a significant upgrade. A flagship iPhone would previously only be able to keep around 8-10 apps open simultaneously before shutting the older ones down altogether. This number has increased substantially in the iPhone 15 Pro Max, allowing multitasking to be as seamless as the overall operation of an iPhone.

  • 3.
Screen Size: 6.7u0022
Rear camera : 50 MP
Storage: 128GB
Battery capacity: 5000 (mAh)

The OnePlus 11 is the newly-launched 2023 flagship from the company that comes with 8GB LPDDR5X RAM on the base variant. It houses the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset that allows for this faster memory standard to be used. The phone houses a dual-cell 5,000 mAh battery (2,500 mAh each) with support for speedy fast 100 W SUPERVOOC charging. You also get a triple rear camera setup headlined by the 50 MP Sony IMX890 sensor. The phone also has a new, rehauled design and comes with several features such as Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, and Hasselblad camera tuning.

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  • 4.
Screen Size: 6.8u0022
Rear camera : 12 MP
Storage: 256GB
Battery capacity: 5000 (mAh)

Samsung’s latest and greatest flagship – the Galaxy S22 Ultra – has a base model with 8GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. This is a downgrade from last year’s Ultra model that started with 12GB RAM, but either way, it is still a very capable phone that can handle multitasking with ease. The phone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC in India and it comes with Android 12 out of the box. One UI 4.1 is applied on top and it is a very smooth UI with a clean look. The phone features a quad rear camera setup with an 108MP sensor leading the way. You also get a periscopic telephoto lens, a telephoto shooter, and an ultrawide lens. The selfie camera is a 40MP shooter. You also get a very capable 6.8-inch AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate. The phone also comes with stereo speakers which will enhance media experiences. There’s also a 5,000mAh battery and 45W fast charging support.

  • 5.

Vivo X80 Pro 5G

Specs Score
8.3/10
Screen Size: 6.78u0022
Rear camera : 50 MP
Storage: 256GB
Battery capacity: 4700 (mAh)
Feature
9.1
Performance
8.4
Value
8.3
Design
7.2
PROS:
  • Versatile cameras with impressive performance, Unparalleled camera stabilisation system, Powerful and balanced performance, Bright and vivid display for daily use, Decent battery life, Slim and strong build, Value for money
CONS:
  • Funtouch OS is loaded with bloatware, UI needs refinements

The Vivo X80 Pro is available in two configurations – 8GB + 128GB and 12GB + 256GB. The phone features a 6.7-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate support. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chipset and is paired with upto 12GB LPDDR5 RAM along with 256GB UFS 3.1 storage options to choose from. It runs on Android 12 based Funtouch OS. The X80 has a triple camera stack on the back with a 50MP primary camera followed by a 12MP ultra-wide camera and a 12MP telephoto camera with 2x optical zoom. The rear cameras can record in 4K UHD at upto 60FPS and on the front, we get a 32MP selfie camera. The phone has a 4,500 mAh battery with 80 W fast charging support.

  • 6.

OnePlus 11R

Specs Score
7.6/10
Screen Size: 6.7u0022
Rear camera : 50 MP
Storage: 128GB
Battery capacity: 5000 (mAh)
Feature
8.5
Performance
7
Value
7.7
Design
7.8
PROS:
  • Powerful chipset, Good cameras, Fast charging
CONS:
  • No wireless charging

The OnePlus 11R is a phone that restores of the brand’s former glory to it as the company that produces ‘flagship killers’. The OnePlus 11R is a powerful device, priced under ₹40K, that comes with a flagship-grade Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC, impressive cameras, a big battery, and super fast charging. And it does all of this at quite an aggressive price point. It is a great device for OnePlus enthusiasts and a good one for the average buyer. So, if you’re looking to get your hands on a reliable phone with good cameras, performance, and battery life – the OnePlus 11R is a good bet without breaking the bank. 

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  • 7.

OnePlus 10 Pro 12GB

Specs Score
8.4/10
Screen Size: 6.7u0022
Rear camera : 50 MP
Storage: 256GB
Battery capacity: 5000 (mAh)
Feature
9
Performance
8.3
Value
8.4
Design
7.8

The newly-launched OnePlus 10 Pro comes with 8GB of base RAM which can be paired with 128 or 256GB internal storage. There are also 12GB RAM variants available for this device. The phone comes with an LTPO2 AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and HDR10+ support. You get a 6.7-inch panel with 1440 x 3216 resolution. The phone also comes with IP68 certification for protection against external elements. It is powered by the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC and comes with the Adreno 730 GPU. As for the optics, you get a 48MP primary lens along with 8MP telephoto camera and a 50MP ultrawide shooter. The phone comes with Hasselblad Color Calibration as well. There’s also a 5,000mAh battery with 80W fast charging.

Screen Size: 6.8u0022
Rear camera : 50 MP
Storage: 512GB
Battery capacity: 4300 (mAh)

The OPPO Find N2 Flip is one of the best – if not the best – implementations of a flip foldable phone. It comes with a large 3.26-inch AMOLED cover display with 900 nits of peak brightness and the main 6.8-inch AMOLED panel comes with 120 Hz refresh rate and 1600 nits of peak brightness. The foldable weighs a mere 191 g and looks absolutely stunning. You also get a decent set of cameras including a 50 MP main sensor and a 32 MP selfie camera – but you can also click selfies using the main lens. The processor is the powerful MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ SoC with up to 16 GB RAM and up to 512 GB ROM.

vivo V27 Pro

Specs Score
7.5/10
Screen Size: 6.6u0022
Rear camera : 50 MP
Storage: 256GB
Battery capacity: 4600 (mAh)
Feature
7.9
Performance
8.3
Value
7.7
Design
5
PROS:
  • Premium design, lightweight build, Nice camera performance, Super-fast processing
CONS:
  • FunTouch UI is not the most user friendly, No stereo speaker, No expandable storage

The Vivo V27 Pro is a premium-looking mid-ranger with a quirky design element which is its colour changing rear panel. The smartphone is also extremely powerful. It houses the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 SoC which scored well in our tests and provided us with an overall smooth experience. The smartphone also runs games very well without any instances of lag or frame drops. It is a worthy successor to the V25 Pro and it holds up well against competition. 

Screen Size: 6.4u0022
Rear camera : 50 MP
Storage: 256GB
Battery capacity: 5000 (mAh)

The Samsung Galaxy A54 5G debuted in India recently and it is the successor to the Galaxy A53 from last year. The phone houses the Exynos 1330 SoC which is a decently powerful processor at this price. You also get IP67 dust and water resistance, an in-display fingerprint sensor, a Super AMOLED display with 120 Hz refresh rate, and Android 13 with One UI 5.1 out of the box. There’s a large 5,000 mAh battery that supports 25 W fast charging, which is a bit slow in this price range.

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Best 8GB RAM Mobile Phones Faq's

Is 8GB RAM enough for next 5 years?

While 8GB RAM is good for phones at the moment, it may not be enough for phones 3-5 years in the future. With the pace at which resource hungry applications and OS’ are becoming, 8GB RAM may become the lower limit for phones in the years to come.

Which phone is the best 8GB RAM phone?

8GB RAM phones are plenty in the market, with all major smartphone makers coming with 8GB phone options. However, the best in our opinion is the Samsung Galaxy S23+. It comes with with a number of features to like and a design language that’s premium. We also get powerful hardware to help establish the phone’s dominance, including Qualcomm’s most powerful chip to date, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy, along with a big display that can refresh at a fast speed.

Does bigger RAM mean faster phone?

No, more RAM does not always mean a faster phone. As we’ve mentioned above, the 8GB number for RAM is the sweet spot at the moment. Going slightly above that to let’s say 12GB may help a little in keeping your phone running smooth if you’re multi-tasking between resource intensive applications. However, anything more than that at the moment is bit of an overkill at the moment.

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