Motorola Moto G96 vs Realme GT 8
The Motorola Moto G96 (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, while the Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $219 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 55/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5500); the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 798,429); the Motorola Moto G96 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G96
Realme GT 8
What makes Motorola Moto G96 better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $350
- Better portability (73/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 798429
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1015
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2687
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G96 vs the Realme GT 8, the Realme GT 8 scores 25 points higher (80/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 53/100). 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 51/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G96 — 66/100, 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 Motorola Moto G96 (91/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (85/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G96 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (73/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G96 | Realme GT 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 798429 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1015 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2687 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" pOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 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 | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.9×73.3×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 178 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $219 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G96
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G96
- 6.7" pOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G96
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G96 and Realme GT 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Motorola Moto G96 by 74.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $131. Motorola Moto G96 was $131 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (91/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (56/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (85/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G96 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (73/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G96 or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 by 25 points (80/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G96 and the Realme GT 8?
The Motorola Moto G96 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Realme GT 8 — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G96 or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G96 or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G96 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.