Honor X40i vs Realme GT 8
The Honor X40i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700, while the Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 39/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 515,647); the Honor X40i is noticeably lighter (175g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X40i
Realme GT 8
What makes Honor X40i better?
- Lighter: 175g vs 209g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 690
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1736
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 27/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X40i vs the Realme GT 8, the Realme GT 8 scores 41 points higher (80/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Honor X40i (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Honor X40i (98/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Honor X40i (56/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Honor X40i (85/100 vs 27/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X40i significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 (80/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X40i | Realme GT 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 700 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 515647 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 690 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1736 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2388 | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 44W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, Magic UI 6.1 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | no | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×74.5×7.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 175 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | — | $350 |
Camera comparison
Honor X40i
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Honor X40i
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: —
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X40i
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Honor X40i and Realme GT 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Honor X40i by 83.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Honor X40i
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Honor X40i (91/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Honor X40i (98/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Honor X40i (56/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Honor X40i (85/100 vs 27/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X40i significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 (80/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X40i or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Honor X40i by 41 points (80/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X40i and the Realme GT 8?
The Honor X40i has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Realme GT 8 — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X40i or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X40i or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Honor X40i over the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.