Realme GT 8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
The Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 410; launch prices were $599 and $220. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 16/100 (a 74-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 is noticeably lighter (159g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8 Pro
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
What makes Realme GT 8 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 99
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 319
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (84/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (91/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 better?
- Lighter: 159g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $220 vs $599
- Better portability (82/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 74 points higher (90/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (98/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (84/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (91/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 Pro — 94/100, Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 — 0/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (98/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (98/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (84/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (91/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (82/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 99 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 319 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 5.2" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 3100 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 16GB | |
| OS | realme UI 7.0 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 7000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 161.8×76.9×8.2 mm | 145.8×72.3×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 159 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $220 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
- 5.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
- 3100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $379. Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 was $379 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (98/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (98/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (84/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (91/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (82/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016?
The Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 by 74 points (90/100 vs 16/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016?
The Realme GT 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 90/100, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 — 16/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (84/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (98/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016?
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.