Realme GT 8 Pro vs Redmi K40S
The Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi K40S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 54/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Realme GT 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,010,069); the Redmi K40S is noticeably lighter (195g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8 Pro
Redmi K40S
What makes Realme GT 8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (84/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (91/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi K40S better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 218g
- Better portability (65/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 Pro vs the Redmi K40S, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 36 points higher (90/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (98/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (84/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K40S (98/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K40S (98/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K40S (84/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K40S (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K40S notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (65/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 Pro | Redmi K40S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | realme UI 7.0 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 7000 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 161.8×76.9×8.2 mm | 163.2×76.0×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K40S
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K40S
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi K40S
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 Pro and Redmi K40S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 Pro leads Redmi K40S by 291.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi K40S
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K40S (98/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K40S (98/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K40S (84/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K40S (91/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K40S notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (65/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Redmi K40S?
The Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K40S by 36 points (90/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Redmi K40S?
The Realme GT 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 90/100, the Redmi K40S — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Redmi K40S?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (84/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Redmi K40S?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (98/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 Pro over the Redmi K40S?
The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K40S is a better fit for active users.