ASUS ROG Phone 8 vs Realme GT5 Pro
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Realme GT5 Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $1099 and $500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT5 Pro leads — 77/100 vs 71/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 5400); the Realme GT5 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (2,402,979 vs 2,313,311).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 8
Realme GT5 Pro
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 8 better?
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5400 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Overall rating 71/100
What makes Realme GT5 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2402979 vs 2313311
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 218g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $500 vs $1099
- Better camera (67/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (35/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 8 vs the Realme GT5 Pro, the Realme GT5 Pro scores 6 points higher (77/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT5 Pro leads (67/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT5 Pro leads (80/100 vs 66/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 8 — 52/100, Realme GT5 Pro — 76/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 82/100. In the "display" category, the Realme GT5 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT5 Pro is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT5 Pro is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT5 Pro and the ASUS ROG Phone 8 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 8 | Realme GT5 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2313311 | 2402979 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 5400 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | 161.7×75.1×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $500 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme GT5 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 8
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Realme GT5 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 8
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Realme GT5 Pro
- 5400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 8 and Realme GT5 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT5 Pro leads ASUS ROG Phone 8 by 3.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $599. Realme GT5 Pro was $599 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT5 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT5 Pro is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT5 Pro is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT5 Pro and the ASUS ROG Phone 8 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 or the Realme GT5 Pro?
The Realme GT5 Pro edges out the ASUS ROG Phone 8 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 8 and the Realme GT5 Pro?
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Realme GT5 Pro — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 or the Realme GT5 Pro?
The Realme GT5 Pro leads on camera score (67/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 8 over the Realme GT5 Pro?
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Realme GT5 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.