ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra vs Realme GT 8
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 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 5500); the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,247,013 vs 3,126,402).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
Realme GT 8
What makes ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3247013 vs 3126402
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Lighter: 209g vs 220g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $999
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra 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 66/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra — 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 Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (92/100 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 Zenfone 12 Ultra (85/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra | Realme GT 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3247013 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 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 | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ZenUI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×77.0×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 220 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $350 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 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 Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and Realme GT 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads Realme GT 8 by 3.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $649. Realme GT 8 was $649 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (92/100 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 Zenfone 12 Ultra (85/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 edges out the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Realme GT 8?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Realme GT 8 — 80/100.
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra over the Realme GT 8?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra 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.