Realme GT 8 vs Sony Xperia 1 IV
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Sony Xperia 1 IV (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 65/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 1,320,406); the Sony Xperia 1 IV is noticeably lighter (185g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
Sony Xperia 1 IV
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 1320406
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 90/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 IV better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 209g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Sony Xperia 1 IV, the Realme GT 8 scores 15 points higher (80/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 IV (91/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 56/100. In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 IV (85/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (66/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Sony Xperia 1 IV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 1320406 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 1644x3840 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 30W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 118 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | — | 165.0×71.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1644x3840
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 and Sony Xperia 1 IV, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Sony Xperia 1 IV by 136.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Sony Xperia 1 IV
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 IV (91/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 56/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 IV (85/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (66/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Realme GT 8 is noticeably better than the Sony Xperia 1 IV — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Sony Xperia 1 IV — 65/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Sony Xperia 1 IV is a better fit for active users.