ASUS ROG Phone 9 vs Realme GT5 Pro
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Realme GT5 Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $999 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 9 has the bigger battery (5800 mAh vs 5400); the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is faster in AnTuTu (3,136,217 vs 2,402,979).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 9
Realme GT5 Pro
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 9 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3136217 vs 2402979
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9900 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 5800 vs 5400 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Realme GT5 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 218g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $500 vs $999
- Better camera (67/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (35/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 9 vs the Realme GT5 Pro, the Realme GT5 Pro scores 6 points higher (77/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads (92/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT5 Pro leads (67/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT5 Pro leads (80/100 vs 67/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 9 — 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, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a bit better (92/100 vs 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 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (67/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT5 Pro is a bit better (80/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT5 Pro and the ASUS ROG Phone 9 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 9 | Realme GT5 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3136217 | 2402979 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9900 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5800 mAh | 5400 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ROG UI | 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 | 227 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $500 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme GT5 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Realme GT5 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- 5800 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Realme GT5 Pro
- 5400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 9 and Realme GT5 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads Realme GT5 Pro by 30.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $499. Realme GT5 Pro was $499 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a bit better (92/100 vs 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 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (67/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT5 Pro is a bit better (80/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT5 Pro and the ASUS ROG Phone 9 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the Realme GT5 Pro?
The Realme GT5 Pro edges out the ASUS ROG Phone 9 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 9 and the Realme GT5 Pro?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Realme GT5 Pro — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the Realme GT5 Pro?
The Realme GT5 Pro leads on camera score (67/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the Realme GT5 Pro?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads on performance (92/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 9 over the Realme GT5 Pro?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 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.