Realme GT 8 vs ZTE Axon 40
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the ZTE Axon 40 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 58/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 1,010,069).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
ZTE Axon 40
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 73/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 200g vs 209g
- Better portability (53/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the ZTE Axon 40, the Realme GT 8 scores 22 points higher (80/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (91/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (98/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | ZTE Axon 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Axon 40
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Axon 40
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
ZTE Axon 40
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 and ZTE Axon 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads ZTE Axon 40 by 209.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 40
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (91/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (98/100 vs 73/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (85/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the ZTE Axon 40?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 by 22 points (80/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the ZTE Axon 40?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the ZTE Axon 40 — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the ZTE Axon 40?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the ZTE Axon 40?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the ZTE Axon 40?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 40 is a better fit for active users.