Realme GT 8 vs Tecno Pova 6
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Pova 6 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultimate; launch prices were $350 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 51/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
Tecno Pova 6
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1890
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 70W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 38/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 6 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 195g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $350
- Better portability (63/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Tecno Pova 6, the Realme GT 8 scores 29 points higher (80/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 — 94/100, Tecno Pova 6 — 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 Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (91/100 vs 38/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (98/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (85/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 6 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Tecno Pova 6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Helio G99 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1890 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 70W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, HIOS 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | — | 166.2×76.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Pova 6
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Tecno Pova 6
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Pova 6
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $150. Tecno Pova 6 was $150 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (91/100 vs 38/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (98/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (85/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 6 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Tecno Pova 6?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 by 29 points (80/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Tecno Pova 6?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Tecno Pova 6 — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Tecno Pova 6?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the Tecno Pova 6?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 38/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Tecno Pova 6?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.