Realme GT 8 vs Realme GT5 Pro
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Realme GT5 Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $350 and $500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 77/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5400); the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 2,402,979).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
Realme GT5 Pro
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 2402979
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5400 mAh
- Lighter: 209g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $500
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 82/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 80/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 94/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Realme GT5 Pro better?
- Better camera (67/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Realme GT5 Pro, the Realme GT 8 scores 3 points higher (80/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT5 Pro leads (67/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 — 94/100, Realme GT5 Pro — 76/100; 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 is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 and the Realme GT5 Pro are nearly equal (98/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT5 Pro is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Realme GT5 Pro (50/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Realme GT5 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 2402979 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5400 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 161.7×75.1×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $500 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme GT5 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme GT5 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Realme GT5 Pro
- 5400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 and Realme GT5 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Realme GT5 Pro by 30.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $150. Realme GT 8 was $150 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 and the Realme GT5 Pro are nearly equal (98/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT5 Pro is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Realme GT5 Pro (50/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Realme GT5 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 edges out the Realme GT5 Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Realme GT5 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Realme GT5 Pro — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Realme GT5 Pro?
The Realme GT5 Pro leads on camera score (67/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the Realme GT5 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Realme GT5 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Realme GT5 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.