Poco M8 vs Realme GT7 (China)

The Poco M8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, while the Realme GT7 (China) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 (China) leads — 71/100 vs 54/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 (China) has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 5520); the Realme GT7 (China) is faster in AnTuTu (2,835,794 vs 840,643); the Poco M8 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 203g).

The Realme GT7 (China) is noticeably better than the Poco M8 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M8
Performance 55
Display 79
Camera 34
Battery 54
Portability 79
Value for money 70
Realme GT7 (China)
Performance 89
Display 94
Camera 35
Battery 72
Portability 54
Value for money
What makes Poco M8 better?
  • Lighter: 178g vs 203g

  • Better portability (79/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Realme GT7 (China) better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2835794 vs 840643
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 1015
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 2920
  • Bigger battery: 7200 vs 5520 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (89/100 vs 55/100)
  • Better camera (35/100 vs 34/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco M8 vs the Realme GT7 (China), the Realme GT7 (China) scores 17 points higher (71/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 (China) leads (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) leads (72/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 (China) notably outperforms the Poco M8 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 (China) and the Poco M8 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) notably outperforms the Poco M8 (72/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M8 notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (79/100 vs 54/100).

Poco M8: The Poco M8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Realme GT7 (China): The Realme GT7 (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco M8 Realme GT7 (China)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
AnTuTu 840643 2835794
Geekbench Single 1015 2729
Geekbench Multi 2920 8430
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2392 1280x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5520 mAh 7200 mAh
Charging 45W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 Android 15, Realme UI 6.0
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits 6500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66 IP68
Dimensions 164.0×75.4×7.4 mm 162.4×76.0×8.3 mm
Weight 178 g 203 g
Launch price $209
Camera comparison
Poco M8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 20MP
34
camera
Realme GT7 (China)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
35
camera
Display comparison
Poco M8
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2392
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Realme GT7 (China)
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2800
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Poco M8
  • 5520 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Realme GT7 (China)
  • 7200 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco M8 and Realme GT7 (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco M8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3
54/100
840643 AnTuTu
Realme GT7 (China) MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
71/100 +70.4%
2835794 AnTuTu

Realme GT7 (China) leads Poco M8 by 70.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Poco M8
$209
Realme GT7 (China)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (89/100 vs 55/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 (China) notably outperforms the Poco M8 (94/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 (China) and the Poco M8 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) notably outperforms the Poco M8 (72/100 vs 54/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Poco M8 notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (79/100 vs 54/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M8 or the Realme GT7 (China)?

The Realme GT7 (China) is noticeably better than the Poco M8 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.

What is the rating of the Poco M8 and the Realme GT7 (China)?

The Poco M8 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Realme GT7 (China) — 71/100.

Which is more powerful: the Poco M8 or the Realme GT7 (China)?

The Realme GT7 (China) leads on performance (89/100 vs 55/100).

Should you choose the Poco M8 over the Realme GT7 (China)?

The Poco M8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme GT7 (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users.