Realme GT 8 vs Vivo iQOO 15R
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO 15R (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $350 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 73/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6500); the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 2,817,788).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
Vivo iQOO 15R
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 2817788
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6500 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $450
- Better camera (56/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 74/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 94/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15R better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9287
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 197g vs 209g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 91/100)
- Better portability (62/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Vivo iQOO 15R, the Realme GT 8 scores 7 points higher (80/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 74/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 — 94/100, Vivo iQOO 15R — 70/100; 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 Vivo iQOO 15R and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (93/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (98/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R (56/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (85/100 vs 74/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Vivo iQOO 15R | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 2817788 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.6×74.4×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 and Vivo iQOO 15R, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Vivo iQOO 15R by 11.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Realme GT 8 was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (93/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (98/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R (56/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (85/100 vs 74/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Realme GT 8 edges out the Vivo iQOO 15R by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Vivo iQOO 15R — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 15R is a better fit for gamers and power users.