The Realme 8 5G has started receiving October 2021 latest Android security patch in India. This update is available for Realme 8 5G users carrying A.11 Build and improves the smoothness of the device.
Realme 8 5G was released in 28th April 2021 with Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 out-of-the-box.
The update is available via OTA it will have a staged rollout. It will be going to optimize the image brightness in the rear camera, fixes light leakage issues in the front camera, and of course, optimize the network connection.

Source>> Realme community
| Android OS | Update | Release Date/Status | Estimated Months |
| Android 11 | Out-of-the-box | April 2021 | Nil |
| Android 12 | First OS update | Eligible | – |
| Android 13 | Second OS update | Eligible | – |
The Realme 8 5G was released with an Android 11. Therefore, the Android 12 will be its first major OS update.
Also, it is eligible for the coming soon Android 13 update and it will be its second/last major OS update.
The Realme 8 5G with October 2021 Android Security Patch is being rolled out in phases. Hence, it will reach all the users soon.
Once the update is available on your device, you can head over to Settings >> About Phone >> Software Update section to update your Realme device with the latest security/software update.
For more Realme Android updates please download our Android App – Available on the Play Store