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Realme 8 5G Most Common Problems & Issues + Solution Fix – TIPS & TRICKS

by Ritik Jain in Mobile Issues

Realme 8 5G is another smartphone by the company, but is it perfect all around? Obviously no. First of All, in this article, we address some of the common issues and problems in the Realme 8 5G smartphone and next, with the proven solution to it. So, do stay until the end.


Realme 8 5G Common Issues and Problems

Welcome, I am here to help you out with certain Issues on the Realme 8 5G. Please do carefully go through all the topics that are covered in this article. PLEASE DO NOT RUSH. It will eventually help you 😀

Tips & Tricks

Realme 8 5G Problem Fix Issues Solution TIPS & TRICKS

Heating Problem On your Realme 8 5G

If your phone is raising its temperature, causing severe heating then, first of all, you need to take the following precautions –

How to fix the heating issue on the Realme 8 5G?

      1. Don’t let your phone charge for too long. Once it is fully charged, take off the plug.
      2. Make sure not to use your phone while charging. Using your Realme 8 5G phone for long while charging may lead to the heating issue.
      3. Next, playing games for too long could be the main reason for the heating issue. You may want to take a pause.
      4. Finally, make sure to turn off Mobile data, GPS while on call. On-call needs continuous power & various smartphone services that may lead to the heating issue on the Realme 8 5G.

Also, Unlock Bootloader on Realme 8 5G

Above, steps will make sure your phone is well within the temperature line. But if the problem continues then you may want to go to the service center or your phone is naturally hot. 

Poor Battery Life on your Realme 8 5G

If you are one of the few customers of the Realme 8 5G phone that are facing battery issues. then the following steps will ensure that it’s not you who are causing battery problems on the phone.

How to fix poor battery life on the Realme 8 5G device? 

    1. First of all, make sure to remove the third-party app that claims to be a phone cleaner or battery saver. If you have installed any.
    2. Next, go to settings and turn on the power saving option. The battery saver provided on Realme 8 5G by the manufacturer will actually work.
    3. Then, turn off location services when not in need.
    4. Also, use a mobile data network on the Android phone only when needed. This sucks up your battery very quickly.
    5. Finally, uninstall apps such as Facebook which requires a lot of background services to run. Hence, ending up your Realme 8 5G battery life too early. 

Related – How to Install TWRP Recovery on Realme 8 5G 

Perform the above steps and you are good to go. If further, the problem arises on your Android phone, then you may want to go to the service provider.

A Laggy or Sluggish User interface on your Realme 8 5G

Though the company claims to be one of the faster phones than the previous generation, still you can encounter some laggy experiences on your phone.

How to Fix Lag on the Realme 8 5G Android device?

      1. First of all, if you have installed any third-party launcher, consider removing that. Because most of the launcher is not optimized for a particular spec sheet. Next, do a hard reboot. Turn off your Realme 8 5G and restart it again.
      2. Also if the problem still arises, you need to perform a factory reset. Go to setting > Backup & Reset > Factory Reset your phone. Make sure to take the necessary backup.
      3. Furthermore, if the UI lag never goes you can head to the service center & ask them to reinstall the OS. If still for some reason the lag persists on the Realme 8 5G then consider it as a software failure. You may have to wait for the next OTA update from the company.

Related – How to Root Realme 8 5G

Realme 8 5G Phone unexpectedly shutting down

This issue is common among most Android smartphones. If this problem arises then consider the following steps –

How to fix sudden shut down in Realme 8 5G?

    1. First of all, if you encounter this issue then you may want to take care of the heating issue as well. As, if the phone temperature rises up to the maximum level, then you can face this issue.
    2. Second, charge your phone fully and let the battery drain until the phone is completely shut down on its own.
    3. Lastly, you can perform a factory reset on the Realme 8 5G. Do not restore backup thereafter, instead manually restore your data.

Also,  How to Install Custom ROM on Realme 8 5G 

If you follow the above steps and still encountering a sudden shutdown, then it’s time to go to the service center.

Realme 8 5G Screen frozen or stuck

If your phone is stuck while doing a task or making phone calls or maybe while playing games. Then, follow the steps below.

How to fix the screen frozen or stuck on Realme 8 5G?

    1. Firstly, if you are encountering the issue only in a particular app such as Instagram. Then you don’t need to worry and blame your phone for that. The app needs an update or further optimization for the particular device model.
    2. If you are getting stuck on the default apps on Realme 8 5G such as Phone, Messaging, or the camera app. Then, go to setting > apps > default apps, then choose the app you are getting issues with and clear its cache.
    3. Lastly, a factory reset or phone format could help you solve the problem.

Related – How to Unroot & Restore Stock ROM on Realme 8 5G

Consider the above steps and you are good to go 😀

Apps Opening slow on the Realme 8 5G

If the apps on your phone are opening apps slower than they used to be, then follow the steps below.

How to Fix Apps open slowly on Realme 8 5G?

    1. Firstly, some apps by their nature open slowly, such as large graphics-intensive games and apps such as Youtube. That should be fine.
    2. If every app is opening slow on your Realme 8 5G then you need to restart your device, so that services could run fresh.
    3. Finally, go and wipe your Realme 8 5G and start from a new device.

Also, How to Unlock Bootloader on Realme 8 5G

If the problem still arises, go to your nearest service provider.

Apps and Games Crashes Suddenly or Unexpectedly on the Realme 8 5G

If you are one of the few getting this problem, then you should solve the issue by following the steps below.

How to fix sudden app crashes on Realme 8 5G?

  1. First, go to the Realme 8 5G’s setting > apps, then click on the app which is crashing frequently and clear its data.
  2. Second, uninstall the app and install it again from the play store.
  3. Update the app from the play store.

Also, How to Install TWRP Recovery on Realme 8 5G

This should probably fix your problem. If the problem is still there then drop a comment below describing your issue.

Bluetooth not connecting on the Realme 8 5G

Bluetooth problems may occur from time to time while connecting with other devices. Take the following steps

How to fix the Bluetooth connection issue on Realme 8 5G? 

    1. First of all, make sure your phone is up to date. Check OTA updates and update the phone as soon as possible.
    2. Second, make sure your device is discoverable to other devices and vice versa.
    3. Lastly, try turning Bluetooth on and off for few times on the Realme 8 5G

Also, How to Root Realme 8 5G

The above step will definitely make your Bluetooth connection stable.

Display cracked and touch not working on Realme 8 5G

Your phone display is cracked and you want to access the data. Do the following.

How to access data if the phone touch is not working on Realme 8 5G?

    1. Connect your phone to a computer or laptop via USB C cable. You can access your data from the PC.
    2. If you want to use some apps on the Realme 8 5G, get an OTG cable and wireless keyboard and mouse. Connect OTG cable to the phone and connect the wireless receiver to the cable. You can access your phone just like a computer.
    3. Above, it will help you access your Realme 8 5G phone even if your touch is not working.

Related – How to Install Custom ROM on Realme 8 5G 

Wi-fi Connection problem or low range of Wi-fi on Realme 8 5G

If your phone is getting the low range or wi-fi problem then take the following steps.

How to Fix Wi-fi Connection problem on Realme 8 5G?

    1. First things first, check your router or modem. Try resetting its settings.
    2. Make sure there is no obstacle in front of the router.
    3. Also, turn your airplane mode on for 1 minute and turn it off again on the Realme 8 5G.

Also, How to Unroot Realme 8 5G and go back to Stock ROM

If the above steps did not work for you, then try connecting your phone to a different Wi-fi connection and see if it’s the same or not. You may want to show your phone to the service center for any defects.

Cellular network issue or Mobile Data Problem on the Realme 8 5G

If your phone is not getting the proper signal or the mobile data network is not working as it used to work before then try the steps below.

How to fix the Cellular network and Mobile Data network in Realme 8 5G?

    1. Firstly, Take your sim card off and put it again.
    2. Turn on Airplane mode for 30 seconds and then turn it off.
    3. Tweak network settings from the settings menu on the Realme 8 5G.
    4. Finally, go to the service provider and make him/her do the rest.

Your phone will work as expected by the following steps. if you have any more issues regarding the network then drop a comment below.

Apps not downloading from the Play store on Realme 8 5G

This is one of the common issues among Android users. Take the following steps.

How to Fix Apps not downloading from the play store on Realme 8 5G?

  1. First, Go to settings on the Realme 8 5G and clear app data of the app Play Store.
  2. Then, Clear local search history from the Play store app.

This should solve your issue. If you have any other problems regarding the play store do let me know in the comment section below. I will be happy to help you. 😀

Realme 8 5G Charging Port Issue/ Slow Charging

If your phone is not properly charging, or the charging speed is slower than before then follow the steps below.

How to fix the charging port on Realme 8 5G?

  1. Make sure you use the original charger & cable that comes with the box
  2. Check for any malfunction in the charger or the cable
  3. Moreover, if the charger & cable is fine then check for the port, is it lose? if yes, then clear the port with the help of some thin object. Dirt can sometimes build in the Realme 8 5G charging port causing a charging issue.
  4. If your phone is under warranty, show the device to the service people. They will fix the issue for free.

Step 3 is the main problem for this issue, make sure you check it properly & clear the port. This will solve your charging port issue.

Realme 8 5G Black Screen Problem

Is the black screen causing a problem to your user experience? Let’s fix it –

How to fix the black screen problem on Realme 8 5G?

  1. First of all, restart your phone.
  2. Secondly, if the problem comes mainly on opening some apps then uninstall the app & restart the phone again
  3. The frequent encounter of the black screen can be a software problem, make sure the software is updated to the latest one
  4. Reset or format your phone after the update.
  5. If the issue is permanent then you need to show the device to the service people, it could be physical damage to the screen.

Speakerphone Issue on the Realme 8 5G

Speaker problems may occur with time, such as volume very low or the speaker not functional at all. Check methods below to check and fix the issue.

How to fix speakers on Realme 8 5G?

  1. Firstly, check for water inside the speaker holes in case of low volume
  2. Restart your phone & see if the volume comes back.
  3. Then make sure your phone isn’t on silent mode or on another profile.
  4. Also, check if the phone volume is increasing with the software or physical buttons on the Realme 8 5G.
  5. Moreover, format or reset can help us make sure the if the problem is with the software or hardware of the phone.
  6. Dirt particles could block your speakers preventing the sound from coming out, thus low volume. Get the phone checked at the nearest service center.
  7. Uninstall any unknown apps that you haven’t installed on the phone. Malware can also cause this problem on the Realme 8 5G.

The above steps will make sure your speaker problem is solved if the software is the culprit, for hardware problems you should get your phone checked with the service center.

Realme 8 5G TroubleShooting

There are various problems you can encounter on a phone, the best thing you can do is to troubleshoot your Realme 8 5G.

How to troubleshoot the Realme 8 5G?

  1. Find the cause & try to change the settings
  2. Restart your phone 
  3. Put the phone in airplane mode for 2 mins & turn it off. 
  4. The format or hard reset the Realme 8 5G
  5. Look for software update & install the latest update for the device
  6. Finally, you have troubleshoot the phone, keep in mind you can only trobleshoot problems based on the software part, if there is any physical damage then you can only get it repaired.

Microphone issues on the Realme 8 5G

Do you have any issues such as the microphone not working? or low voice recording from the phone? then let’s fix it.

How to fix microphone issues on the Realme 8 5G?

  1. Check if any dirt particle is blocking the microphone hole
  2. Then make sure if the microphone is working on every app that needs it. For certain apps go to settings > apps > select app > allow access to the microphone. 
  3. Clean the microphone for low voice, & clear any obstacles around the area, many times a phone cover can also cause the microphone to get blocked and cause this problem.

This should solve your microphone issue, if still the problem is not getting solved you need to get it to the nearest service center to look for the paid solution.

Fingerprint Not Working Properly On Your Realme 8 5G

Many users have reported fingerprint issues on the phone, if you are the one who is also facing the same issue then follow the steps below to successfully fix the fingerprint problem on the phone.

How to Fix Fingerprint Issue on Realme 8 5G?

  1. Firstly check for water damager, if any.  
  2. If you are encountering a problem unlocking the phone via the scanner then make sure there isn’t any liquid residue on the main sensor or on your finger. 
  3. If you have broken your scanner then the best bet would be to get it to the nearest service center for a fix.
  4. However, without any physical damage, your fingerprint scanner can cause glitches due to the software version. 
  5. Now, restart your phone. This has solved many people’s problem
  6. If not, go to settings & remove your finger and then add it again properly
  7. Still, didn’t solve the problem? Check for software update & if available download & install it on the Realme 8 5G
  8. Finally, you need to format or reset the Realme 8 5G in order to make sure everything is fresh before going to the service center.

Eye Strain & Headache from Realme 8 5G Display

Some customers might get a headache from looking at the display for too long, which results from eye strain.

How to FIx Eye Strain & Headache from Realme 8 5G DIsplay? 

  1. Most Importantly, if you are prone to myopia then you need to consider a good pair of prescription glasses to counter the eye strain & headache on your Realme 8 5G.
  2. Secondly, make sure to take proper breaks and do not indulge in the phone for too long, giving a fixed look to the phone’s display can give you eye strain, resulting in acute headaches.
  3. This may sound crazy, but blink at regular intervals so that the water in the eyes spread out correctly, making your issue less sensitive. Gunner glasses have helped people in the past suffering from eye strain syndrome from their digital devices.
  4. Also, check other Realme 8 5G display and see if you are getting the same eye strain or it is just an issue with your particular model.  If yes, then get it checked with the nearest service center,

About Realme 8 5G

Here are some of the key features and specifications of the newly launched Realme 8 5G smartphone.

  • Firstly, it has a 6.5 inches display with a resolution of 1080 by 2440 pixels.
  • And Realme 8 5G also comes with Android 11
  • And under the hood, the phone has a Dimensity 700 chipset.
  • The Phone also comes with 4 GB Ram and 64 GB Storage. 
  • Furthermore, the camera sensor is – 48+2+2 rear camera and 16 MP front shooter.
  • Finally, the battery on the phone is a non-removable 5000 mAh.