Realme GT 8 vs Sony Xperia 1 VIII
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $350 and $1500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 77/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is faster in AnTuTu (3,842,882 vs 3,126,402).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $1500
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 VIII better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3842882 vs 3126402
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9287
- Lighter: 200g vs 209g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (69/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Sony Xperia 1 VIII, the Realme GT 8 scores 3 points higher (80/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads (69/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 — 94/100, Sony Xperia 1 VIII — 62/100; 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 Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (98/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a bit better (69/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (85/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Sony Xperia 1 VIII | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 3842882 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP65/IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.0×74.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $1500 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- Main: 48MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- 6.5" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 and Sony Xperia 1 VIII, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads Realme GT 8 by 18.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1150. Realme GT 8 was $1150 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (98/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a bit better (69/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (85/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Realme GT 8 edges out the Sony Xperia 1 VIII by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads on camera score (69/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads on performance (97/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
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 VIII is a better fit for gamers and power users.