Realme GT 8 Pro vs Vivo X21i
The Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo X21i (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio P60. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 30/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3425); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Realme GT 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 314,537); the Realme GT 8 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo X21i doesn't; the Vivo X21i is noticeably lighter (159g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8 Pro
Vivo X21i
What makes Realme GT 8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 314537
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 341
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 779
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3425 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 20/100)
- Better camera (84/100 vs 15/100)
- Longer battery life (91/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Vivo X21i better?
- Lighter: 159g vs 218g
- Better portability (94/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 Pro vs the Vivo X21i, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 60 points higher (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (98/100 vs 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (84/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (91/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (98/100 vs 20/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X21i (98/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (84/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (91/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X21i significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (94/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 Pro | Vivo X21i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio P60 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 314537 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 341 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 779 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 1080x2280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 3425 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 24 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | realme UI 7.0 | Android 8.1 (Oreo); Funtouch 4 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 7000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 161.8×76.9×8.2 mm | 154.4×75.0×7.0 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 159 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X21i
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 24MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X21i
- 6.3" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2280
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo X21i
- 3425 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 Pro and Vivo X21i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 Pro leads Vivo X21i by 1155.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo X21i
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (98/100 vs 20/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X21i (98/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (84/100 vs 15/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (91/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X21i significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (94/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Vivo X21i?
The Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i by 60 points (90/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Vivo X21i?
The Realme GT 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 90/100, the Vivo X21i — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Vivo X21i?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (84/100 vs 15/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Vivo X21i?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (98/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 Pro over the Vivo X21i?
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.