Realme GT 8 vs Tecno Pova 8
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Pova 8 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7100; launch prices were $350 and $295. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 57/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7000); the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 785,352).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
Tecno Pova 8
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 785352
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 995
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2925
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Lighter: 209g vs 220g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 75/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 90/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 8 better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $295 vs $350
- Overall rating 57/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Tecno Pova 8, the Realme GT 8 scores 23 points higher (80/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 75/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 — 94/100, Tecno Pova 8 — 54/100; 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 8 (91/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (56/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (85/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Tecno Pova 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 7100 | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 785352 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 995 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2925 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 2460x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Weight | 209 g | 220 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $295 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Pova 8
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Tecno Pova 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2460x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Pova 8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 and Tecno Pova 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Tecno Pova 8 by 298.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $55. Tecno Pova 8 was $55 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (91/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (56/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (85/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Tecno Pova 8?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 by 23 points (80/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Tecno Pova 8?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Tecno Pova 8 — 57/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Tecno Pova 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the Tecno Pova 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Tecno Pova 8?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pova 8 is a better fit for those who care about battery life.