Realme GT 8 vs Tecno Pop 5X
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 28/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 209g).
Realme GT 8
Tecno Pop 5X
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (56/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 39/100)
- Lighter: 150g vs 209g
- Better portability (78/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Realme GT 8 scores 52 points higher (80/100 vs 28/100). 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 32/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (98/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (85/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pop 5X notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (78/100 vs 50/100).
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Tecno Pop 5X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 3119308 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 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 | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Dimensions | — | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 150 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | — |
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Pop 5X
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In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (98/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (56/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (85/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pop 5X notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (78/100 vs 50/100).
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 52 points (80/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 28/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.