Realme GT 8 vs Tecno Pova Slim
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Pova Slim (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400; launch prices were $350 and $230. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 52/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5160); the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 581,041); the Tecno Pova Slim is noticeably lighter (156g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
Tecno Pova Slim
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 93/100)
What makes Tecno Pova Slim better?
- Lighter: 156g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $350
- Better portability (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Tecno Pova Slim, the Realme GT 8 scores 28 points higher (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 — 94/100, Tecno Pova Slim — 58/100; 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 Slim (91/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 93/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Slim (56/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Slim (85/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Slim significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 (100/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Tecno Pova Slim | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 581041 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 803 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 1224x2720 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 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 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.2×75.9×6.0 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 156 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $230 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Pova Slim
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Tecno Pova Slim
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Pova Slim
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 and Tecno Pova Slim, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Tecno Pova Slim by 438.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $120. Tecno Pova Slim was $120 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Slim (91/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 93/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Slim (56/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Slim (85/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Slim significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 (100/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Tecno Pova Slim?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Slim by 28 points (80/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Tecno Pova Slim?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Tecno Pova Slim — 52/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Tecno Pova Slim?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the Tecno Pova Slim?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Tecno Pova Slim?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.