Fairphone 3+ vs Realme GT 8 Pro
The Fairphone 3+ (2020) runs on the Snapdragon 632, while the Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $489 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 26/100 (a 64-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3040); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 243,691); the Fairphone 3+ is noticeably lighter (189g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Fairphone 3+
Realme GT 8 Pro
What makes Fairphone 3+ better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $489 vs $599
- Better portability (50/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 243691
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 295
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1037
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3040 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 18/100)
- Better camera (84/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (91/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Fairphone 3+ vs the Realme GT 8 Pro, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 64 points higher (90/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (98/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (84/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (91/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Fairphone 3+ — 0/100, Realme GT 8 Pro — 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 Pro significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (98/100 vs 18/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (98/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (84/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (91/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Fairphone 3+ and the Realme GT 8 Pro are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Fairphone 3+ | Realme GT 8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 632 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 243691 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 295 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1037 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2160 | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3040 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | realme UI 7.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 7000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 158.0×71.8×9.9 mm | 161.8×76.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $489 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Fairphone 3+
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Fairphone 3+
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2160
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Fairphone 3+
- 3040 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless charging: no data
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Fairphone 3+ and Realme GT 8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 Pro leads Fairphone 3+ by 93.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $110. Fairphone 3+ was $110 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (98/100 vs 18/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (98/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (84/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (91/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Fairphone 3+ and the Realme GT 8 Pro are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Fairphone 3+ or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ by 64 points (90/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Fairphone 3+ and the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Fairphone 3+ has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Realme GT 8 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Fairphone 3+ or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (84/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Fairphone 3+ or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (98/100 vs 18/100).
Should you choose the Fairphone 3+ over the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.