ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate vs Realme GT 8
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1399 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 63/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 1,899,814); the Realme GT 8 is noticeably lighter (209g vs 239g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
Realme GT 8
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate better?
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Overall rating 63/100
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 1899814
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Lighter: 209g vs 239g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $1399
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate vs the Realme GT 8, the Realme GT 8 scores 17 points higher (80/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 60/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate — 36/100, 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 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (85/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (50/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate | Realme GT 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1899814 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2448x1080 | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 / ROG UI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 173.0×77.0×10.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 239 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $1399 | $350 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate and Realme GT 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate by 39.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1049. Realme GT 8 was $1049 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (91/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (85/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (50/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 is noticeably better than the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate and the Realme GT 8?
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Realme GT 8 — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate over the Realme GT 8?
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate is a better fit for active users. The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.