Realme GT 8 vs Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 710; launch prices were $350 and $280. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 36/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4030); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 417,439); the Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite is noticeably lighter (179g vs 209g).
Realme GT 8
Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 417439
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 431
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1320
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4030 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 56/100)
- Lighter: 179g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $280 vs $350
- Better portability (64/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite, the Realme GT 8 scores 44 points higher (80/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (92/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 22/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 — 100/100, Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite — 18/100; 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 Mi 9 Lite (92/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite (98/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite (56/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite (85/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 | |
| AnTuTu | 3119308 | 417439 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | 431 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | 1320 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4030 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 600 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 156.8×74.5×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 179 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $280 |
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite
- Main: 48MP f/2.0
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite
- 4030 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme GT 8 and Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite by 647.2% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $70. Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite was $70 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite (92/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite (98/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite (56/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite (85/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite by 44 points (80/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.