Realme GT 8 vs Xiaomi 12
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; launch prices were $350 and $750. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 64/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 1,322,176); the Xiaomi 12 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
Xiaomi 12
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 1322176
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $750
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 209g
- Better portability (69/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Xiaomi 12, the Realme GT 8 scores 16 points higher (80/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 — 94/100, Xiaomi 12 — 42/100; 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 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (91/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (98/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 and the Xiaomi 12 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (85/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (69/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Xiaomi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 1322176 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 113 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $750 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 12
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 12
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 and Xiaomi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Xiaomi 12 by 136.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Realme GT 8 was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (91/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (98/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 and the Xiaomi 12 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (85/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (69/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Xiaomi 12?
The Realme GT 8 is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 12 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Xiaomi 12?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Xiaomi 12 — 64/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the Xiaomi 12?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Xiaomi 12?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for active users.