Realme 12 Pro vs Realme GT 8 Pro
The Realme 12 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, while the Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $215 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 55/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the Realme GT 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 737,054); the Realme 12 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12 Pro
Realme GT 8 Pro
What makes Realme 12 Pro better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $215 vs $599
- Better portability (56/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 737054
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2700
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 Pro vs the Realme GT 8 Pro, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 29 points higher (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (98/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (73/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (83/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Realme 12 Pro — 68/100, 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 Realme 12 Pro (98/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Realme 12 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (73/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (83/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro and the Realme GT 8 Pro are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 Pro | Realme GT 8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 737054 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 930 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2700 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP65 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×74.0×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $215 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 Pro and Realme GT 8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 Pro leads Realme 12 Pro by 81.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $384. Realme 12 Pro was $384 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (98/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Realme 12 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (73/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (83/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro and the Realme GT 8 Pro are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 Pro or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro by 29 points (84/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 Pro and the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme 12 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Realme GT 8 Pro — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 Pro or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (73/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 Pro or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (98/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 Pro 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.