Realme GT 8 vs Redmi A7
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi A7 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250; estimated prices are $350 and $99. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 34/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi A7 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 209g).
Realme GT 8
Redmi A7
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1800
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 193g vs 209g
- Cheaper: $99 vs $350
- Better portability (60/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Redmi A7, the Realme GT 8 scores 46 points higher (80/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (92/100 vs 32/100). 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 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 (92/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 (98/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 (85/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A7 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Redmi A7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Unisoc T7250 | |
| AnTuTu | 3119308 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | 600 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | 1800 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 1640x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 3GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 600 nits | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Dimensions | — | 171.8×79.8×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 193 g | |
| Price | $350 | $99 |
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi A7
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi A7
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1640x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi A7
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $251. Redmi A7 is cheaper by $251.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 (92/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 (98/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 (56/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 (85/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A7 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi A7?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 by 46 points (80/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Redmi A7?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Redmi A7 — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi A7?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi A7?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Redmi A7?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi A7 is a better fit for everyday use.