ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro vs Realme GT 8
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1376 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 75/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5800); the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,290,813 vs 3,126,402); the Realme GT 8 is noticeably lighter (209g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
Realme GT 8
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3290813 vs 3126402
- Better Geekbench Single: 3211 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10106 vs 9287
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 91/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Lighter: 209g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $1376
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro vs the Realme GT 8, the Realme GT 8 scores 5 points higher (80/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 67/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro — 60/100, 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 ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (93/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 56/100. In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro (85/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro (50/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro | Realme GT 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3290813 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3211 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10106 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5800 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB / 24GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ROG UI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 227 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $1376 | $350 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
- 5800 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro and Realme GT 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro leads Realme GT 8 by 5.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1026. Realme GT 8 was $1026 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (93/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 56/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro (85/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro (50/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 edges out the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro and the Realme GT 8?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Realme GT 8 — 80/100.
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro over the Realme GT 8?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro 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.