Poco M5s vs Realme GT 8
The Poco M5s (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, while the Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $210 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 46/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 535,127); the Poco M5s is noticeably lighter (179g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M5s
Realme GT 8
What makes Poco M5s better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $210 vs $350
- Better portability (68/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 535127
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 672
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1908
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M5s vs the Realme GT 8, the Realme GT 8 scores 34 points higher (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco M5s — 50/100, 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 Poco M5s (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (98/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (85/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M5s notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M5s | Realme GT 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G95 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 535127 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 672 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1908 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP53 | — | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 179 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $210 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Poco M5s
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco M5s
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M5s
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M5s and Realme GT 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Poco M5s by 82.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $140. Poco M5s was $140 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (91/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (98/100 vs 57/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (85/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M5s notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M5s or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Poco M5s by 34 points (80/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M5s and the Realme GT 8?
The Poco M5s has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Realme GT 8 — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M5s or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M5s or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Poco M5s 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.