Poco M8 vs Realme GT7
The Poco M8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, while the Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e; launch prices were $209 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 54/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5520); the Realme GT7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,415,876 vs 837,903); the Poco M8 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M8
Realme GT7
What makes Poco M8 better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $209 vs $420
- Better portability (79/100 vs 53/100)
What makes Realme GT7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2415876 vs 837903
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 1013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 3000
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5520 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (61/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M8 vs the Realme GT7, the Realme GT7 scores 23 points higher (77/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 leads (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 leads (61/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Poco M8 — 66/100, Realme GT7 — 80/100; 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 GT7 notably outperforms the Poco M8 (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Poco M8 (61/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (90/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M8 notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (79/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M8 | Realme GT7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | |
| AnTuTu | 837903 | 2415876 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1013 | 2233 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3000 | 7478 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5520 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.4×7.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 178 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $209 | $420 |
Camera comparison
Poco M8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 20MP
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco M8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M8
- 5520 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M8 and Realme GT7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 leads Poco M8 by 65.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $211. Poco M8 was $211 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Poco M8 (84/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Poco M8 (61/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (90/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M8 notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (79/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M8 or the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Poco M8 by 23 points (77/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M8 and the Realme GT7?
The Poco M8 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Realme GT7 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M8 or the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M8 or the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco M8 over the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.