Realme GT 8 vs Redmi Note 12S
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 12S (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 48/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 493,222); the Redmi Note 12S is noticeably lighter (176g vs 209g).
Realme GT 8
Redmi Note 12S
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 678
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1895
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 69/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 176g vs 209g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Redmi Note 12S, the Realme GT 8 scores 32 points higher (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (92/100 vs 41/100). 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 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (98/100 vs 69/100). 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 Note 12S (85/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12S notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (72/100 vs 50/100).
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Redmi Note 12S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Helio G96 | |
| AnTuTu | 3119308 | 493222 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | 678 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | 1895 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 176 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | — |
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12S
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Note 12S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi Note 12S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme GT 8 and Redmi Note 12S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Redmi Note 12S by 532.4% in our overall performance rating.
Redmi Note 12S
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (92/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (98/100 vs 69/100).
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 Note 12S (85/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12S notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (72/100 vs 50/100).
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi Note 12S?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S by 32 points (80/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Redmi Note 12S?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Redmi Note 12S — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi Note 12S?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi Note 12S?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Redmi Note 12S?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 12S is a better fit for everyday use.