Realme 12 vs Realme GT 8 Pro
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $200 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 79/100 vs 36/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 513,809); the Realme 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 207g).
Realme 12
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 207g
- Cheaper: $200 vs $599
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 69/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 689
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1884
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (68/100 vs 38/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Realme GT 8 Pro, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 43 points higher (79/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 leads (96/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (68/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 (68/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (65/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (96/100 vs 69/100).
| Specification | Realme 12 | Realme GT 8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 689 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1884 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | 207 g | |
| Price | $200 | $599 |
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme 12 and Realme GT 8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 Pro leads Realme 12 by 87.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $399. Realme 12 is cheaper by $399.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (68/100 vs 38/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 (68/100 vs 42/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (65/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (96/100 vs 69/100).
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 by 43 points (79/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Realme GT 8 Pro — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (68/100 vs 38/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.