Realme GT7 vs Redmi Note 8
The Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Redmi Note 8 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665; launch prices were $420 and $180. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 30/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Realme GT7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,415,876 vs 329,457); the Redmi Note 8 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7
Redmi Note 8
What makes Realme GT7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2415876 vs 329457
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 321
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 1128
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 24/100)
- Better camera (61/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Redmi Note 8 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $420
- Better portability (60/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT7 vs the Redmi Note 8, the Realme GT7 scores 47 points higher (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 leads (84/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 leads (61/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 22/100). Value score: Realme GT7 — 80/100, Redmi Note 8 — 26/100; 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 GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (84/100 vs 24/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (61/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (90/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 8 is a bit better (60/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT7 | Redmi Note 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | |
| AnTuTu | 2415876 | 329457 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 321 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 1128 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 9 | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.3×75.3×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $180 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 8
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 8
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi Note 8
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT7 and Redmi Note 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 leads Redmi Note 8 by 633.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $240. Redmi Note 8 was $240 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (84/100 vs 24/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (84/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (61/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (90/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 8 is a bit better (60/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT7 or the Redmi Note 8?
The Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 by 47 points (77/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT7 and the Redmi Note 8?
The Realme GT7 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi Note 8 — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 or the Redmi Note 8?
The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 or the Redmi Note 8?
The Realme GT7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT7 over the Redmi Note 8?
The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.