Realme GT 8 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 53/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 971,424); the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 971424
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1167
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2577
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 209g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Realme GT 8 scores 27 points higher (80/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (98/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (56/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (85/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 971424 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1167 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2577 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| 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 | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 and Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 221.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (91/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (98/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (56/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (85/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 27 points (80/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
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 Z9 (India)?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.