Realme GT 8 vs Redmi 13

The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi 13 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra; launch prices were $350 and $170. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 43/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5030); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP.

The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 by 37 points (80/100 vs 43/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
Performance 92
Display 98
Camera 56
Battery 85
Portability 50
Value for money 100
Redmi 13
Performance 38
Display 54
Camera 40
Battery 47
Portability 56
Value for money 56
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 760
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1890
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5030 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 38/100)
  • Better camera (56/100 vs 40/100)
  • Longer battery life (85/100 vs 47/100)
  • Better display (98/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi 13 better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 199g vs 209g
  • Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $350

  • Better portability (56/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Redmi 13, the Realme GT 8 scores 37 points higher (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (92/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 — 100/100, Redmi 13 — 56/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (92/100 vs 38/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (98/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Redmi 13 (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (85/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 13 is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).

Realme GT 8: The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi 13: The Redmi 13 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme GT 8 Redmi 13
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra
AnTuTu 3119308
Geekbench Single 3041 760
Geekbench Multi 9494 1890
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 1440x3136 1080x2460
Refresh rate 144 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 5030 mAh
Charging 100W 33W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 13 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 14, HyperOS
Brightness (peak) 550 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP53
Dimensions 168.6×76.3×8.3 mm
Weight 209 g 199 g
Launch price $350 $170
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
56
camera
Redmi 13
  • Main: 108MP
  • Front: 13MP
40
camera
Display comparison
Realme GT 8
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3136
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
98
display
Redmi 13
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
54
display
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless charging: no data
85
battery
Redmi 13
  • 5030 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
47
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme GT 8
$350
Redmi 13
$170

Launch price difference: $180. Redmi 13 was $180 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (92/100 vs 38/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (98/100 vs 54/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Redmi 13 (56/100 vs 40/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (85/100 vs 47/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi 13 is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi 13?

The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 by 37 points (80/100 vs 43/100).

What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Redmi 13?

The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Redmi 13 — 43/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi 13?

The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 40/100).

Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi 13?

The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 38/100).

Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Redmi 13?

The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi 13 is a better fit for everyday use.