Realme GT 8 Pro vs Xiaomi 12
The Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; launch prices were $599 and $750. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 64/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4500); the Realme GT 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,322,176); the Xiaomi 12 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8 Pro
Xiaomi 12
What makes Realme GT 8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1322176
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $750
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 207g
- Better portability (69/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 Pro vs the Xiaomi 12, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 20 points higher (84/100 vs 64/100). 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 (73/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (83/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 Pro — 82/100, Xiaomi 12 — 42/100; 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 Xiaomi 12 (98/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Xiaomi 12 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (73/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (83/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (69/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 Pro | Xiaomi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 1322176 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 113 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $750 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 12
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 Pro and Xiaomi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 Pro leads Xiaomi 12 by 198.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $151. Realme GT 8 Pro was $151 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (98/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Xiaomi 12 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (73/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (83/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (69/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Xiaomi 12?
The Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 by 20 points (84/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Xiaomi 12?
The Realme GT 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Xiaomi 12 — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Xiaomi 12?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (73/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Xiaomi 12?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (98/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 Pro over the Xiaomi 12?
The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for active users.