Realme GT 8 vs Redmi 15
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi 15 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $350 and $180. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 46/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 476,175).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
Redmi 15
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Redmi 15 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 195g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $350
- Better portability (57/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Redmi 15, the Realme GT 8 scores 34 points higher (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 34/100). 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 52/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 — 94/100, Redmi 15 — 58/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (91/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (98/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15 is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Redmi 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5500 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 15, HyperOS 2.2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 850 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 169.5×80.5×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $180 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi 15
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi 15
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 and Redmi 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Redmi 15 by 556.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $170. Redmi 15 was $170 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (91/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (98/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (56/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (85/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15 is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi 15?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 by 34 points (80/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Redmi 15?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Redmi 15 — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi 15?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi 15?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Redmi 15?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.