OnePlus 9 vs Realme GT 8
The OnePlus 9 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $729 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 60/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 1,157,244); the OnePlus 9 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 9
Realme GT 8
What makes OnePlus 9 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 209g
- Better portability (56/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 1157244
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $729
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 9 vs the Realme GT 8, the Realme GT 8 scores 20 points higher (80/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 50/100). Value score: OnePlus 9 — 34/100, 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 notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 (98/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 (85/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 9 is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 9 | Realme GT 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1157244 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 160.0×74.2×8.7 mm | — | |
| Weight | 192 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $729 | $350 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 9
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 9
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 9
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 9 and Realme GT 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads OnePlus 9 by 63.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $379. Realme GT 8 was $379 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 (91/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 (98/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 (85/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 9 is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 9 or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 by 20 points (80/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 9 and the Realme GT 8?
The OnePlus 9 has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Realme GT 8 — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 9 or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 9 or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 9 over the Realme GT 8?
The OnePlus 9 is a better fit for active users. The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.