Realme 7 GCam Port Install and Setup Guide

The Realme 7 comes with a quad camera setup that takes decent shots. But you can take the image quality up a notch by installing a ported version of the Google Camera app, also known as GCam. In this post, I’ll provide a simplified guide to download and set up GCam on your Realme 7.

Benefits of GCam on Realme 7

Some of the key benefits of using GCam on the Realme 7 include:

  • Better HDR+ processing for more dynamic range and detail
  • Improved low light photos with Night Sight
  • Additional modes like astrophotography, slow motion, photosphere, etc.
  • More manual controls and editing options
  • Frequent updates with new features

Downloading GCam for Realme 7

Here is the direct link to download the recommended GCam port for Realme 7:

This is the latest GCam 7.3 based on Android 10 ARM64 architecture. I suggest the Urnyx05 version by cstark27 as it is optimized for the Realme 7 sensors.

Installing GCam on Realme 7

Follow these simple steps to install GCam on your Realme 7:

  1. Go to Settings > Additional Settings > Privacy > Install Unknown Apps.
  2. Grant permission to browser or file manager to install APKs.
  3. Open the downloaded GCam APK and install it.
  4. Accept all the permissions requested by GCam.
  5. Optionally copy the Realme 7 config file to load optimized settings.
  6. Adjust GCam settings like HDR+, aspect ratio, etc. as per your preferences.
  7. You can now start using GCam to capture photos and videos.

Read More: All Realme Mobile Gcam Port

Config File for Best Results

For fully optimized functionality, also download the Realme 7 XML config file from here. Copy it over to the GCam configs folder.

This loads the recommended settings tailored specifically for the Realme 7 camera hardware.

Conclusion

Installing GCam significantly improves the image quality on the Realme 7 quad camera setup. With the right APK and config file, you can get great results comparable to Pixel phones. Let me know if you have any other questions in the comments.

Frequently Asked Question

Does GCam work on the Realme 7 Pro as well?

No, the GCam port mentioned in this guide is only for the Realme 7. Different ports are required for the 7 Pro.

Will I stop getting OTA updates if I install GCam?

No, you can continue getting regular software updates from Realme after installing GCam. It does not modify the system firmware.

What issues can I face with the GCam port?

Some common issues are occasional crashing, camera freezing, portrait mode not working etc. Using the proper config file usually resolves such issues.

Does GCam affect battery life on the Realme 7?

GCam requires more processing power so you may notice slightly faster battery drain when actively using the camera app. Idle battery life is unaffected.

Do I need to root my Realme 7 to install GCam?

No root or bootloader unlocking required. You can directly install the GCam APK on stock Realme 7 firmware.

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