Realme GT 8 vs Redmi Note 9S
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 9S (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G; launch prices were $350 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 39/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 517,460).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
Redmi Note 9S
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5020 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 209g vs 210g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Redmi Note 9S better?
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $350
- Overall rating 39/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Redmi Note 9S, the Realme GT 8 scores 41 points higher (80/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 41/100). 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 43/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 — 94/100, Redmi Note 9S — 38/100; 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 Note 9S (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (98/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (56/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (85/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Redmi Note 9S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 517460 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5020 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 10 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 450 nits | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Dimensions | — | 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 9S
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Note 9S
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi Note 9S
- 5020 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 and Redmi Note 9S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Redmi Note 9S by 504.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $150. Redmi Note 9S was $150 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (91/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (98/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (56/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (85/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi Note 9S?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S by 41 points (80/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Redmi Note 9S?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Redmi Note 9S — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi Note 9S?
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 9S?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Redmi Note 9S?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.