Realme GT 8 vs ZTE Blade A52 Lite

Comparing the Realme GT 8 (2025) and the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 27/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the ZTE Blade A52 Lite is noticeably lighter (188g vs 209g).

The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite by 53 points (80/100 vs 27/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
Performance 92
Display 98
Camera 56
Battery 85
Portability 50
Value for money 100
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
Performance
Display 39
Camera 10
Battery 32
Portability 60
Value for money
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP

  • Better camera (56/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (85/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better display (98/100 vs 39/100)
What makes ZTE Blade A52 Lite better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 209g

  • Better portability (60/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the ZTE Blade A52 Lite, the Realme GT 8 scores 53 points higher (80/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (98/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (85/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).

Realme GT 8: The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Blade A52 Lite: The ZTE Blade A52 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme GT 8 ZTE Blade A52 Lite
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 3119308
Geekbench Single 3041
Geekbench Multi 9494
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 1440x3136 720x1600
Refresh rate 144 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 100W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 5 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 2GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 32GB
OS Android 16 Android 11 (Go edition)
NFC no
Dimensions 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm
Weight 209 g 188 g
Launch price $350
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
56
camera
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Realme GT 8
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3136
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
98
display
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
39
display
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless charging: no data
85
battery
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
32
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme GT 8
$350
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
display

In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (98/100 vs 39/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (56/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (85/100 vs 32/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?

The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite by 53 points (80/100 vs 27/100).

What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?

The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite — 27/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?

The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 10/100).

Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?

The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Blade A52 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.