Poco X5 vs Realme GT 8 Pro
The Poco X5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695, while the Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $245 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 48/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 592,015); the Poco X5 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X5
Realme GT 8 Pro
What makes Poco X5 better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $245 vs $599
- Better portability (66/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X5 vs the Realme GT 8 Pro, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 36 points higher (84/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (98/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (73/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (83/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco X5 — 46/100, Realme GT 8 Pro — 82/100; 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 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (98/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (73/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (83/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X5 is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X5 | Realme GT 8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP53 | — | |
| Dimensions | 165.9×76.2×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 189 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $245 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Poco X5
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X5
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X5 and Realme GT 8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 Pro leads Poco X5 by 85.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $354. Poco X5 was $354 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (98/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (73/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (83/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X5 is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X5 or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X5 by 36 points (84/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X5 and the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Poco X5 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Realme GT 8 Pro — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X5 or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (73/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X5 or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (98/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Poco X5 over the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.