Realme GT 8 vs Redmi K90
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $350 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 76/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 7000); the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 3,077,585).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
Redmi K90
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 3077585
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $401
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 72/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 7000 mAh
- Lighter: 206g vs 209g
- Better camera (58/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Redmi K90, the Realme GT 8 scores 4 points higher (80/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 72/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 — 94/100, Redmi K90 — 80/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 91/100. In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (98/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (58/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (85/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Redmi K90 by 1.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $51. Realme GT 8 was $51 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 91/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (98/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (58/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (85/100 vs 72/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi K90?
The Realme GT 8 edges out the Redmi K90 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Redmi K90?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Redmi K90?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.