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Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs Realme GT8 5G (China): Which One Should You Buy?

Apple iPhone 18 Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 89.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple · 2026

Apple iPhone 18 Pro

Apple iPhone 18 Pro
89/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Realme · 2025

Realme GT8 5G (China)

Realme GT8 5G (China)
89/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Realme GT8 5G (China) wins 1 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
0 wins
Realme GT8 5G (China)
Realme GT8 5G (China)
1 win
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplay
Apple iPhone 18 ProRealme GT8 5G (China)
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsTie
    97
    97
  • Camerafrom specsTie
    82
    82
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    88
    88
  • BatteryRealme GT8 5G (China)
    51
    68
  • Displayfrom specsTie
    88
    88
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • Realme GT8 5G (China) has the bigger battery7,000 mAh vs 4,056 mAh
  • Realme GT8 5G (China) has the bigger screen6.79" vs 6.3"
  • Realme GT8 5G (China) is lighter209 g vs 211 g
  • Realme GT8 5G (China) has more RAM16 GB vs 12 GB
  • Apple iPhone 18 Pro has the faster chipApple A20 Pro vs Snapdragon 8 Elite
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Apple iPhone 18 Pro
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.3" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Realme GT8 5G (China)
  • ✓2 g lighter (209 g), easier to hold
  • ✓Bigger 7,000 mAh battery (+2,944 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera

Full specifications

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SpecificationApple iPhone 18 ProRealme GT8 5G (China)
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeNot listedColor LTPO AMOLED Screen (1B Colors)
Screen Size6.3"6.79"
Resolution & DensityN/A ~ 508 PPI
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A20 Pro Snapdragon 8 Elite
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemiOS 18 Android 15 16
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR16 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage2048 GB1024 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP, 50MP Main (OIS) + 50MP Ultra-wide + Telephoto50 MP, 50MP Main (OIS) + 50MP Ultra-wide + Telephoto
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens32 MP32 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Realme GT8 5G (China) Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/AN/A
Weight211 g209 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedNot listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Realme GT8 5G (China) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,056 mAh7,000 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingN/AN/A
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedYes, with wifi-hotspot
BluetoothNot listedYes, v6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
USB Port & SpeedNot listedYes, USB-C
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on requestPrice on request
Our verdict

Apple iPhone 18 Pro wins — BeastScore 89.0/100

After comparing all the specs, Apple iPhone 18 Pro is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Balanced specifications with Apple hardware design and Runs iOS 18 with optimized security support.

Buy Apple iPhone 18 Pro if you want

Balanced specifications with Apple hardware design · Runs iOS 18 with optimized security support

Buy Realme GT8 5G (China) if you want

Larger battery capacity: 7,000 mAh (+2,944 mAh more) · More system memory: 16GB RAM vs max 12GB

Common questions

Which is better: Apple iPhone 18 Pro or Realme GT8 5G (China)?

Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads with an overall BeastScore of 89.0/100 compared to Realme GT8 5G (China) (89.0/100), driven by advantages in Balanced specifications with Apple hardware design and Runs iOS 18 with optimized security support.

What are the main battery and display differences between Apple iPhone 18 Pro and Realme GT8 5G (China)?

Apple iPhone 18 Pro has a 6.3-inch display and 4056 mAh battery. Realme GT8 5G (China) has a 6.79-inch display and 7000 mAh battery.

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