Poco X8 Pro vs Realme GT 8 Pro
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $350 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 63/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 6000); the Realme GT 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,977,887).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro
Realme GT 8 Pro
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $599
- Better portability (57/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1977887
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6405
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Realme GT 8 Pro, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 21 points higher (84/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (98/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (73/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (83/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro — 60/100, 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 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (98/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (73/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (83/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Realme GT 8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1977887 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 196 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Realme GT 8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 Pro leads Poco X8 Pro by 49.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $249. Poco X8 Pro was $249 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (98/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (73/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (83/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro by 21 points (84/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Realme GT 8 Pro — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (73/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (98/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.