Realme GT 8 vs Xiaomi 12T Pro
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 12T Pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1; launch prices were $350 and $600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 68/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 1,469,638).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
Xiaomi 12T Pro
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 1469638
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $600
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 83/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12T Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 205g vs 209g
- Better camera (64/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Xiaomi 12T Pro, the Realme GT 8 scores 12 points higher (80/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 — 94/100, Xiaomi 12T Pro — 50/100; 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 12T Pro (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (98/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (85/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Xiaomi 12T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 1469638 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 4688 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 129 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 900 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.1×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $600 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 and Xiaomi 12T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Xiaomi 12T Pro by 112.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $250. Realme GT 8 was $250 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (91/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (98/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (85/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Realme GT 8 is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 12T Pro — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Xiaomi 12T Pro — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Xiaomi 12T Pro leads on camera score (64/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 12T Pro is a better fit for active users.