Realme GT 8 vs Redmi 4 Prime
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi 4 Prime (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625; launch prices were $350 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 22/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 218,879); the Redmi 4 Prime is noticeably lighter (156g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
Redmi 4 Prime
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 218879
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 862
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 14/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Redmi 4 Prime better?
- Lighter: 156g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $350
- Better portability (74/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Redmi 4 Prime, the Realme GT 8 scores 58 points higher (80/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 14/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 — 94/100, Redmi 4 Prime — 18/100; 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 4 Prime (91/100 vs 14/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (98/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (85/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 4 Prime notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (74/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Redmi 4 Prime | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 218879 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 189 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 862 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 5.0" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 3GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Dimensions | — | 141.3×69.6×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 156 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $150 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi 4 Prime
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi 4 Prime
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi 4 Prime
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 and Redmi 4 Prime, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Redmi 4 Prime by 1328.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Redmi 4 Prime was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (91/100 vs 14/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (98/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (56/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (85/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 4 Prime notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (74/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi 4 Prime?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime by 58 points (80/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Redmi 4 Prime?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Redmi 4 Prime — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi 4 Prime?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi 4 Prime?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 14/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Redmi 4 Prime?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.