Realme GT 8 vs Vivo V29
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo V29 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 55/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4600); the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 783,606); the Vivo V29 is noticeably lighter (186g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
Vivo V29
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 783606
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1017
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2943
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Vivo V29 better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 209g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Vivo V29, the Realme GT 8 scores 25 points higher (80/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo V29 (91/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo V29 (85/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V29 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (72/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Vivo V29 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 783606 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1017 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2943 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, Funtouch 13 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.2×74.4×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo V29
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo V29
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo V29
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 and Vivo V29, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Vivo V29 by 299.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo V29
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo V29 (91/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo V29 (85/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V29 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (72/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Vivo V29?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo V29 by 25 points (80/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Vivo V29?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Vivo V29 — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Vivo V29?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the Vivo V29?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Vivo V29?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.