Realme GT 8 vs Redmi Note 12 Pro
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 12 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080; estimated prices are $350 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 66/100 vs 36/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (2,760,000 vs 729,766); the Redmi Note 12 Pro is noticeably lighter (187g vs 209g).
Realme GT 8
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 2760000 vs 729766
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (51/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (70/100 vs 36/100)
- Lighter: 187g vs 209g
- Cheaper: $300 vs $350
- Better design/ergonomics (66/100 vs 38/100)
- Better value for money (89/100 vs 86/100)
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Redmi Note 12 Pro, the Realme GT 8 scores 30 points higher (66/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (70/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (70/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (66/100 vs 38/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 86/100).
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Redmi Note 12 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | |
| AnTuTu | 2760000 | 729766 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 1032 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9300 | 2507 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 102 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 900 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 187 g | |
| Price | $350 | $300 |
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme GT 8 and Redmi Note 12 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Redmi Note 12 Pro by 278.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $50. Redmi Note 12 Pro is cheaper by $50.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (70/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (66/100 vs 38/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 86/100).
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi Note 12 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro by 30 points (66/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Redmi Note 12 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Redmi Note 12 Pro — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi Note 12 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (51/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi Note 12 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Redmi Note 12 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 12 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.