Realme GT 8 vs Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (2016) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7570; launch prices were $350 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 13/100 (a 67-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 2400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime is noticeably lighter (143g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 122
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 405
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 2400 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime better?
- Lighter: 143g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $350
- Better portability (82/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime, the Realme GT 8 scores 67 points higher (80/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 — 94/100, Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime — 0/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (91/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (98/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (85/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 (82/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Samsung Exynos 7570 | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 122 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 405 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 5.0" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 2400 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 16GB / 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Dimensions | — | 142.8×69.5×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 143 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
- 2400 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $150. Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime was $150 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (91/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (98/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (56/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (85/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 (82/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime by 67 points (80/100 vs 13/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime — 13/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.