Realme GT 8 Pro vs vivo iQOO Neo 9
Compare Realme GT 8 Pro vs vivo iQOO Neo 9 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 6500mAh vs 5160mAh battery, $799 vs…
Realme
GT 8 Pro
$799
5categories won
vivo
iQOO Neo 9
$699
4categories won
2 categories tied · 11 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Realme GT 8 Pro takes the overall win
The Realme GT 8 Pro claims the overall win over the vivo iQOO Neo 9, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the GT 8 Pro leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the GT 8 Pro. Choose the GT 8 Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iQOO Neo 9 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
GT 8 Pro wins on endurance with 6,500 mAh and 150W fast charging.
GT 8 Pro leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 and 24GB RAM.
GT 8 Pro wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 3x dedicated optical zoom.
iQOO Neo 9 wins on budget and value at $699 compared to $799.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
GT 8 Pro vs iQOO Neo 9: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | GT 8 Pro | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.78" | 6.78" |
| Resolution | 1264 x 2780 | 1260 x 2800Winner |
| Pixel density | 450 ppi | 453 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 6000 nitsWinner | 1400 nits |
Performance
| Specification | GT 8 Pro | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| AnTuTu score | — | 1,620,000 |
| Geekbench multi | — | 5440 |
| Maximum RAM | 24 GB | — |
| Maximum storage | 1TB | — |
Camera
| Specification | GT 8 Pro | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | — |
| Rear cameras | 3 | — |
| Optical zoom | 3x | — |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | — |
| Selfie camera | 32 MPWinner | 16 MP |
| Max video | — | 8K@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | GT 8 Pro | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 6,500 mAhWinner | 5,160 mAh |
| Wired charging | 150 WWinner | 120 W |
| Wireless charging | 50 WWinner | No |
Design
| Specification | GT 8 Pro | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 215 g | 190 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.3 mm | 8 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP54 |
Software and support
| Specification | GT 8 Pro | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 17 | 14 |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | GT 8 Pro | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | — | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $799 | $699Winner |
Realme GT 8 Pro
The Realme GT 8 Pro sets the display brightness world record at 6,000 nits, backed by a 6,500 mAh Titan battery, 150W wired charging that tops up in under 18 minutes, IP68/IP69 waterproofing, and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2.
- Display
- 6.78"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 6,500mAh
vivo iQOO Neo 9
iQOO Neo 9 brings flagship Sony IMX920 camera sensor from the X100, 144Hz LTPO AMOLED screen, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 silicon, and 120W charging into an aggressively priced powerhouse.
- Display
- 6.78"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
- Battery
- 5,160mAh
- Software
- 14