Realme GT 8 Pro vs Realme GT5 Pro
The Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Realme GT5 Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $599 and $500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 77/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5400); the Realme GT 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 2,402,979).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8 Pro
Realme GT5 Pro
What makes Realme GT 8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 2402979
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5400 mAh
- Lighter: 207g vs 218g
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Realme GT5 Pro better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $500 vs $599
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 Pro vs the Realme GT5 Pro, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 7 points higher (84/100 vs 77/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (98/100 vs 82/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 Pro — 82/100, Realme GT5 Pro — 76/100; 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 Realme GT5 Pro (98/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT5 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (73/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Realme GT5 Pro are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Realme GT5 Pro (52/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 Pro | Realme GT5 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 2402979 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 5400 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 161.7×75.1×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $500 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme GT5 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT5 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Realme GT5 Pro
- 5400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 Pro and Realme GT5 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 Pro leads Realme GT5 Pro by 64.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $99. Realme GT5 Pro was $99 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Realme GT5 Pro (98/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT5 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (73/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Realme GT5 Pro are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Realme GT5 Pro (52/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Realme GT5 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro edges out the Realme GT5 Pro by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Realme GT5 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Realme GT5 Pro — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Realme GT5 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (73/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Realme GT5 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (98/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 Pro over the Realme GT5 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Realme GT5 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.