Realme GT 8 Pro vs Xiaomi 12 Pro
The Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 12 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 70/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4600); the Realme GT 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,349,808).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8 Pro
Xiaomi 12 Pro
What makes Realme GT 8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1349808
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 69/100)
- Better camera (84/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (91/100 vs 71/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 90/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 Pro better?
- Lighter: 204g vs 218g
- Better portability (55/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 Pro vs the Xiaomi 12 Pro, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 20 points higher (90/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (98/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (84/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (98/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (98/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (84/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 Pro | Xiaomi 12 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 1349808 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 129 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | realme UI 7.0 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 7000 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 161.8×76.9×8.2 mm | 163.6×74.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 Pro and Xiaomi 12 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 Pro leads Xiaomi 12 Pro by 192.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Xiaomi 12 Pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (98/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (98/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (84/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (91/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro by 20 points (90/100 vs 70/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 90/100, the Xiaomi 12 Pro — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (84/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (98/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 Pro over the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
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 Xiaomi 12 Pro is a better fit for active users.