Apple iPhone 17e vs Realme GT 8
The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, while the Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $599 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 59/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17e is noticeably lighter (163g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17e
Realme GT 8
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3692 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9454 vs 9287
- Lighter: 163g vs 209g
- Better portability (83/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 2156126
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $599
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 21/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Realme GT 8, the Realme GT 8 scores 21 points higher (80/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 21/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17e — 32/100, Realme GT 8 — 94/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 and the Apple iPhone 17e are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (98/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (56/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (85/100 vs 21/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 (83/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17e | Realme GT 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3692 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9454 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 19 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 163 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 24MP
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17e
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17e and Realme GT 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Apple iPhone 17e by 31.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $249. Realme GT 8 was $249 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 and the Apple iPhone 17e are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (98/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (56/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (85/100 vs 21/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 (83/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e by 21 points (80/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Realme GT 8?
The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Realme GT 8 — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Realme GT 8?
The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.