Realme GT 8 vs Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G; launch prices were $350 and $370. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 51/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4250); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 781,542); the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE is noticeably lighter (158g vs 209g).
Realme GT 8
Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 781542
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1017
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2943
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4250 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $370
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 68/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 158g vs 209g
- Better portability (96/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE, the Realme GT 8 scores 29 points higher (80/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (92/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 — 100/100, Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE — 42/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (92/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (98/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (56/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (85/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 (96/100 vs 50/100).
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | |
| AnTuTu | 3119308 | 781542 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | 1017 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | 2943 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4250 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 800 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | — | 160.5×75.7×6.8 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 158 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $370 |
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
- 4250 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme GT 8 and Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE by 299.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $20. Realme GT 8 was $20 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (92/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (98/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (56/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (85/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 (96/100 vs 50/100).
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE by 29 points (80/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE is a better fit for everyday use.