Huawei nova 9 vs Realme GT 8
The Huawei nova 9 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G, while the Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $499 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 52/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4300); the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 783,606); the Huawei nova 9 is noticeably lighter (175g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova 9
Realme GT 8
What makes Huawei nova 9 better?
- Lighter: 175g vs 209g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 783606
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1017
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2943
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 66W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $499
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova 9 vs the Realme GT 8, the Realme GT 8 scores 28 points higher (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Huawei nova 9 — 26/100, 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 Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 9 (91/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Huawei nova 9 (98/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Huawei nova 9 (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 9 (85/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 9 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (76/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova 9 | Realme GT 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 783606 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1017 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2943 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.6" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 2.0 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 160.0×73.7×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 175 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova 9
- 6.6" OLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova 9
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei nova 9 and Realme GT 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Huawei nova 9 by 74.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $149. Realme GT 8 was $149 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 9 (91/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Huawei nova 9 (98/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Huawei nova 9 (56/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 9 (85/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 9 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (76/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova 9 or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 9 by 28 points (80/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 9 and the Realme GT 8?
The Huawei nova 9 has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Realme GT 8 — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 9 or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova 9 or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 9 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.