Realme GT 8 vs Tecno Spark 40
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81; launch prices were $350 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 36/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 358,383); the Tecno Spark 40 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 209g).
Realme GT 8
Tecno Spark 40
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 358383
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 44/100)
- Lighter: 192g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $350
- Better portability (64/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Tecno Spark 40, the Realme GT 8 scores 44 points higher (80/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (92/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 — 100/100, Tecno Spark 40 — 54/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (92/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (98/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (56/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (85/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Tecno Spark 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | 3119308 | 358383 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 1612x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 167.7×77.9×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $120 |
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Spark 40
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Tecno Spark 40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1612x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Spark 40
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme GT 8 and Tecno Spark 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Tecno Spark 40 by 770.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $230. Tecno Spark 40 was $230 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (92/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (98/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (56/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (85/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 by 44 points (80/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Tecno Spark 40?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Tecno Spark 40 — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Tecno Spark 40?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Spark 40 is a better fit for everyday use.