Realme GT 8 vs ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $350 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 73/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 1,757,044).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $700
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 60 Ultra better?
- Better camera (78/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, the Realme GT 8 scores 7 points higher (80/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 — 94/100, ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 60/100; 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 ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (78/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (85/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (50/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | ZTE Axon 60 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.6×76.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | — | |
| Launch price | $350 | $700 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 and ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads ZTE Axon 60 Ultra by 77.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $350. Realme GT 8 was $350 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (91/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (78/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (85/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (50/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Realme GT 8 edges out the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
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 60 Ultra is a better fit for active users.