Realme GT 8 vs Redmi K30
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi K30 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G; launch prices were $350 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 45/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 533,630).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
Redmi K30
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 533630
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 697
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1809
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Redmi K30 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 208g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $350
- Overall rating 45/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Redmi K30, the Realme GT 8 scores 35 points higher (80/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 — 94/100, Redmi K30 — 40/100; 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 K30 (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (98/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (85/100 vs 40/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 and the Redmi K30 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Redmi K30 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 533630 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 697 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1809 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 27W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 10 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 165.3×76.6×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 208 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K30
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K30
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K30
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 and Redmi K30, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Redmi K30 by 485.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Redmi K30 was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (91/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (98/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (85/100 vs 40/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 and the Redmi K30 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi K30?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 by 35 points (80/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Redmi K30?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Redmi K30 — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi K30?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi K30?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Redmi K30?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.