Realme GT 8 Pro vs Sony Xperia 5 IV
The Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Sony Xperia 5 IV (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 67/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Realme GT 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,242,193); the Sony Xperia 5 IV is noticeably lighter (172g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8 Pro
Sony Xperia 5 IV
What makes Realme GT 8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1242193
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (84/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (91/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 5 IV better?
- Lighter: 172g vs 218g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 Pro vs the Sony Xperia 5 IV, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 23 points higher (90/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (98/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (84/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (91/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (98/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (98/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (84/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (91/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (74/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 Pro | Sony Xperia 5 IV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 1242193 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 119 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | realme UI 7.0 | Android 12, upgradable to Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 7000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 161.8×76.9×8.2 mm | 156.0×67.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 172 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 Pro and Sony Xperia 5 IV, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 Pro leads Sony Xperia 5 IV by 218.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Sony Xperia 5 IV
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (98/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (98/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (84/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (91/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (74/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV by 23 points (90/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Realme GT 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 90/100, the Sony Xperia 5 IV — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (84/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (98/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 Pro over the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
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 Sony Xperia 5 IV is a better fit for active users.