Realme GT 8 vs Vivo iQOO Z11
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO Z11 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500; launch prices were $350 and $290. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 65/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11 has the bigger battery (9020 mAh vs 7000); the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 2,120,347); the Realme GT 8 is noticeably lighter (209g vs 228g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
Vivo iQOO Z11
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 2120347
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 6405
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 209g vs 228g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 78/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z11 better?
- Bigger battery: 9020 vs 7000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $290 vs $350
- Overall rating 65/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Vivo iQOO Z11, the Realme GT 8 scores 15 points higher (80/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 — 94/100, Vivo iQOO Z11 — 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 Realme GT 8 is a bit better (91/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (56/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (85/100 vs 78/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Vivo iQOO Z11 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 2120347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 9020 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 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 | — | 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 228 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $290 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Z11
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z11
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO Z11
- 9020 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 and Vivo iQOO Z11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Vivo iQOO Z11 by 47.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $60. Vivo iQOO Z11 was $60 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (91/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (56/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (85/100 vs 78/100).
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 Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Realme GT 8 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z11 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Vivo iQOO Z11?
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 Z11 is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.