Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro vs Realme GT 8
The Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $649 and $350. Both devices score the same overall rating of 80/100. Key differences: the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 7000); the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro is faster in AnTuTu (4,678,468 vs 3,126,402); the Realme GT 8 is noticeably lighter (209g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro
Realme GT 8
What makes Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4678468 vs 3126402
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9287
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 7000 mAh
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 91/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Lighter: 209g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $649
- Better camera (56/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 93/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
The Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro and the Realme GT 8 received the same MobileRank rating — 80/100. Value score: Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro — 74/100, 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 Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro is a bit better (99/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 93/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 and the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 and the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (50/100 vs 31/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro | Realme GT 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 4678468 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2688 | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IPX8 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.5×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 230 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $649 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2688
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 80W
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro and Realme GT 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro leads Realme GT 8 by 49.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $299. Realme GT 8 was $299 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro is a bit better (99/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 93/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 and the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 and the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (50/100 vs 31/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro or the Realme GT 8?
Both devices scored 80/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (99/100 vs 91/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro and the Realme GT 8?
The Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Realme GT 8 — 80/100.
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro or the Realme GT 8?
The Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro leads on performance (99/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro over the Realme GT 8?
The Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.