Should You Upgrade from the GT 7 Pro to the Realme GT 8 Pro?
A spec-by-spec look at what actually changes when you move from the GT 7 Pro to the Realme GT 8 Pro, 1 year apart.
Yes — the Realme GT 8 Pro is a worthwhile upgrade
The Realme GT 8 Pro is 1 year newer than the GT 7 Pro, and the BeastScore rises from 84.4 to 92.5. The biggest improvements: camera rated 7 points higher, battery rated 4 points higher, display rated 34 points higher. Trade-offs to know: launched $329 more expensive.
What you gain with the Realme GT 8 Pro
- +Camera rated 7 points higher
- +Battery rated 4 points higher
- +Display rated 34 points higher
- +500 mAh bigger battery
- +4.800000000000011 g lighter
What you give up
- −Launched $329 more expensive
| Spec | GT 7 Pro | Realme GT 8 Pro | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| BeastScore (overall) | 84.4 | 92.5 | +8.1 (10%) |
| Performance score | 95 | 95 | No real change |
| Camera score | 84 | 91 | +7 (8%) |
| Battery score | 96 | 100 | +4 (4%) |
| Display score | 62 | 96 | +34 (55%) |
| Battery capacity | 6,500 mAh | 7,000 mAh | +500 mAh (8%) |
| Screen size | 6.8" | 6.8" | No real change |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | No real change |
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | No real change |
| Weight | 222.8 g | 218 g | −4.8 g |
| Launch price | $470 | $799 | +$329 (70%) |
Upgrade if…
- You regularly run out of battery before the end of the day
- Photo quality is a priority for you
- You use your phone outdoors a lot and want a brighter, smoother screen
GT 7 Pro vs Realme GT 8 Pro: Upgrade FAQ
Is it worth upgrading from the GT 7 Pro to the Realme GT 8 Pro?
Yes — the Realme GT 8 Pro is a worthwhile upgrade. The Realme GT 8 Pro is 1 year newer than the GT 7 Pro, and the BeastScore rises from 84.4 to 92.5. The biggest improvements: camera rated 7 points higher, battery rated 4 points higher, display rated 34 points higher. Trade-offs to know: launched $329 more expensive.
What is the biggest difference between the GT 7 Pro and Realme GT 8 Pro?
Camera rated 7 points higher: 84 on the GT 7 Pro vs 91 on the Realme GT 8 Pro.
Does the Realme GT 8 Pro have a bigger battery than the GT 7 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro has a 7,000 mAh battery versus 6,500 mAh on the GT 7 Pro (+500 mAh (8%)).
Who should upgrade to the Realme GT 8 Pro?
Upgrade if: You regularly run out of battery before the end of the day; Photo quality is a priority for you; You use your phone outdoors a lot and want a brighter, smoother screen.