Apple iPhone SE 2022 vs Realme GT 8 Pro
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 (2022) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $429 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 52/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 2018); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,413,275); the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is noticeably lighter (144g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone SE 2022
Realme GT 8 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone SE 2022 better?
- Lighter: 144g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $599
- Better portability (91/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1413275
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2315
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5753
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 2018 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone SE 2022 vs the Realme GT 8 Pro, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 32 points higher (84/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (98/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (73/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (83/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Apple iPhone SE 2022 — 30/100, Realme GT 8 Pro — 82/100; 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 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (98/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (84/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (73/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (83/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (91/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone SE 2022 | Realme GT 8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1413275 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2315 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5753 | 11047 | |
| Display | 4.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 750x1334 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2018 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 100 | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 7 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 15.4, upgradable to iOS 15.4.1 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 138.4×67.3×7.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 144 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 7MP
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 4.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 750x1334
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 2018 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone SE 2022 and Realme GT 8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 Pro leads Apple iPhone SE 2022 by 64.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $170. Apple iPhone SE 2022 was $170 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (98/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (84/100 vs 37/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (73/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (83/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (91/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 by 32 points (84/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone SE 2022 and the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Realme GT 8 Pro — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (73/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (98/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone SE 2022 over the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a better fit for active users. The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.