Realme GT 8 vs Sharp Aquos R9
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Sharp Aquos R9 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3; launch prices were $350 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 68/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 1,660,924).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
Sharp Aquos R9
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 1660924
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1860
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5045
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $599
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 74/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 90/100)
What makes Sharp Aquos R9 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 240Hz vs 144Hz
- Lighter: 195g vs 209g
- Better camera (60/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Sharp Aquos R9, the Realme GT 8 scores 12 points higher (80/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 — 94/100, Sharp Aquos R9 — 50/100; 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 notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (91/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (60/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Sharp Aquos R9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 1660924 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1860 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 5045 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 240 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 156.0×75.0×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Sharp Aquos R9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Sharp Aquos R9
- 6.5" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 240 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Sharp Aquos R9
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 and Sharp Aquos R9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Sharp Aquos R9 by 88.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $249. Realme GT 8 was $249 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (91/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (60/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (85/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Realme GT 8 is noticeably better than the Sharp Aquos R9 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Sharp Aquos R9 — 68/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Sharp Aquos R9 is a better fit for active users.