Realme 16 Pro vs Realme GT 8
The Realme 16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max, while the Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $250 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 62/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16 Pro
Realme GT 8
What makes Realme 16 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 197g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $350
- Better portability (62/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2918
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 53/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 93/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16 Pro vs the Realme GT 8, the Realme GT 8 scores 18 points higher (80/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Realme 16 Pro — 74/100, Realme GT 8 — 94/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 93/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 and the Realme 16 Pro are nearly equal (56/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (85/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16 Pro | Realme GT 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2700x1224 | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.6×77.6×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 197 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Realme 16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme 16 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2700x1224
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 16 Pro and Realme GT 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Realme 16 Pro by 71.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Realme 16 Pro was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 93/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 and the Realme 16 Pro are nearly equal (56/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (85/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16 Pro or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 is noticeably better than the Realme 16 Pro — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Realme 16 Pro and the Realme GT 8?
The Realme 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Realme GT 8 — 80/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 Pro or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 Pro over the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.