Realme GT 8 vs Vivo iQOO 15T

The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $350 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 75/100 vs 66/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (3,815,522 vs 2,760,000).

The Vivo iQOO 15T edges out the Realme GT 8 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
Performance 65
Display 100
Camera 51
Battery 70
Design 38
Value for money 86
Vivo iQOO 15T
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 63
Battery 74
Design 30
Value for money 75
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
  • Lighter: 209g vs 216g
  • Cheaper: $350 vs $499

  • Better design/ergonomics (38/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 75/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3815522 vs 2760000
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 3050
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 9300
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 65/100)
  • Better camera (63/100 vs 51/100)
  • Longer battery life (74/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 9 points higher (75/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (82/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (63/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (86/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (82/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (74/100 vs 70/100). In the "design" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (38/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (86/100 vs 75/100).

Realme GT 8: The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO 15T: The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme GT 8 Vivo iQOO 15T
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 2760000 3815522
Geekbench Single 3050 3228
Geekbench Multi 9300 9553
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1440x3136 1440x3168
Refresh rate 144 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 100W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 Android 16
NFC yes
Protection IP68
Weight 209 g 216 g
Price $350 $499
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
51
camera
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
63
camera
Display comparison
Realme GT 8
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3136
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
70
battery
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
74
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Realme GT 8 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Realme GT 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
66/100
2760000 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO 15T MediaTek Dimensity 9500
75/100 +27.7%
3815522 AnTuTu

Vivo iQOO 15T leads Realme GT 8 by 27.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Realme GT 8
$350
Vivo iQOO 15T
$499

Price difference: $149. Realme GT 8 is cheaper by $149.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (82/100 vs 65/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (74/100 vs 70/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (38/100 vs 30/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (86/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Vivo iQOO 15T edges out the Realme GT 8 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 75/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (63/100 vs 51/100).

Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (82/100 vs 65/100).

Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?

The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.