Realme GT 8 vs Redmi Note 12 4G
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 12 4G (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 44/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 467,392); the Redmi Note 12 4G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 209g).
Realme GT 8
Redmi Note 12 4G
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 467392
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 79/100)
- Lighter: 183g vs 209g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Redmi Note 12 4G, the Realme GT 8 scores 36 points higher (80/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (92/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (92/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (98/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (56/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (85/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 4G notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (70/100 vs 50/100).
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Redmi Note 12 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 3119308 | 467392 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1200 nits | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | — | 165.7×76.0×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 183 g | |
| Price | $350 | — |
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Note 12 4G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi Note 12 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme GT 8 and Redmi Note 12 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Redmi Note 12 4G by 567.4% in our overall performance rating.
Redmi Note 12 4G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (92/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (98/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (56/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (85/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 4G notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (70/100 vs 50/100).
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi Note 12 4G?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G by 36 points (80/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Redmi Note 12 4G?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Redmi Note 12 4G — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi Note 12 4G?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi Note 12 4G?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Redmi Note 12 4G?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi Note 12 4G is a better fit for everyday use.