Huawei P60 Pro vs realme 8 - Detailed Phone Comparison

Detailed Comparison

Specification
realme 8
Realme

General

Launch Date March 31, 2023 May 28, 2024
Release Year 2023 2024

Physical

Volume 99.55 cm³ 105.85 cm³
Screen Size to Weight Ratio 3.34 "/g 3.55 "/g
Weight 200 g 191 g
Height 161 mm 162 mm
Width 74.5 mm 75.1 mm
Thickness 8.3 mm 8.7 mm
Foldable Design No No
Available Colors
  • Black
  • Green
  • Violet
  • Rococo Pearl
  • Fluid Silver
  • Razor Green

Display

Screen Size 6.67 " 6.78 "
Resolution 1220 x 2700 1264 x 2780
Aspect Ratio 20:9 20:9
Screen-to-Body Ratio 89.8 % 91.8 %
Pixel Density 444 PPI 450 PPI
Refresh Rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Typical Brightness N/A 1000 nits
HBM Brightness N/A 1600 nits
Peak Brightness N/A 6000 nits

Hardware

Battery Capacity per Screen Area 108.23 mAh/in² 119.65 mAh/in²
Battery Density 48.37 mAh/cm³ 51.96 mAh/cm³
Battery Capacity 4815 mAh 5500 mAh
NFC Support Yes Yes
Chipset Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 4G (4 nm) Qualcomm SM7675 Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 (4 nm)
CPU Octa-core (1x3.19 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.75 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) Octa-core (1x2.8 GHz Cortex-X4 & 4x2.6 GHz Cortex-A720 & 3x1.9 GHz Cortex-A520)
GPU Adreno 730 Adreno 732

Connectivity

USB Version 3.1 2.0
OTG Support 1
DisplayPort
DisplayPort Version N/A N/A
USB Features USB Type-C 3.1, OTG USB Type-C 2.0

Software

Operating System N/A Android
Initial OS Version N/A 14
Maximum OS Version

Comparison Summary

1. Specifications Comparison

FeatureHuawei P60 Prorealme 8Practical Impact
Design
Dimensions (mm)161 x 74.5 x 8.3162 x 75.1 x 8.7Realme 8 is slightly larger and thicker. Negligible difference in daily use.
Weight (g)200191Realme 8 is slightly lighter, but the difference is minimal.
Display
Size (inches)6.676.78Realme 8 has a slightly larger display, providing more screen real estate.
Resolution (pixels)1220 x 27001264 x 2780Both offer sharp displays; Realme 8 has a slightly higher pixel density (450 vs 444 ppi), resulting in slightly sharper text and images.
TechnologyLTPO OLEDLTPO AMOLEDBoth offer excellent contrast and vibrant colors. AMOLED generally consumes less power for dark content.
Refresh Rate (Hz)120120Both offer smooth scrolling and animations.
Performance
ChipsetSnapdragon 8+ Gen 1 4G (4 nm)Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 (4 nm)P60 Pro has a significantly more powerful processor, leading to better performance in demanding tasks and gaming.
CPUOcta-core (1x3.19 GHz X2 & 3x2.75 GHz A710 & 4x2.0 GHz A510)Octa-core (1x2.8 GHz X4 & 4x2.6 GHz A720 & 3x1.9 GHz A520)P60 Pro's CPU offers faster clock speeds and a more powerful core configuration, resulting in noticeably faster performance.
GPUAdreno 730Adreno 732While the 732 is newer, the performance difference is minimal; P60 Pro will likely have a slight edge due to the overall more powerful chipset.
RAM (GB)8/1212Both offer ample RAM for multitasking, but the P60 Pro offers an 8GB variant.
Camera
Rear Cameras48MP Main + 13MP Wide + 48MP TelephotoMissing informationCannot compare without Realme 8 camera details.
Front Camera13MPMissing informationCannot compare without Realme 8 camera details.
DxOMark Score156Missing informationP60 Pro has a high DxOMark score, indicating excellent camera quality. Cannot assess Realme 8 without data.
Battery
Capacity (mAh)48155500Realme 8 offers a significantly larger battery, potentially leading to longer battery life.
Charging88W Wired, 50W WirelessMissing informationP60 Pro offers incredibly fast wired and wireless charging. Cannot assess Realme 8 without data.
Other
OSMissing InformationAndroid 14Realme 8 runs on the latest Android version. Cannot compare OS experience without P60 Pro details.
Price RangeHighMediumRealme 8 offers a more budget-friendly option.

2. Key Differences Analysis

Huawei P60 Pro Advantages:

  • Significantly more powerful processor: Smoother performance in demanding tasks, gaming, and multitasking.
  • Faster charging: Significantly reduces downtime.
  • High DxOMark score: Suggests excellent camera quality (pending Realme 8 details for comparison).

Realme 8 Advantages:

  • Larger battery: Potentially longer battery life.
  • Lower price: Significantly more affordable.
  • Larger Display: More screen real-estate for media consumption.
  • Latest Android OS: Ensures latest features and security updates (assuming timely updates from the manufacturer).

Trade-offs:

  • P60 Pro: Higher price for premium performance and features. Missing key OS information limits comparison.
  • Realme 8: Less powerful processor may hinder performance in demanding tasks. Missing camera and charging details limit comparison.

3. User Profiles & Recommendations

Huawei P60 Pro: Users who prioritize performance, fast charging, and a potentially superior camera experience, and are willing to pay a premium. Ideal for power users, gamers, and photography enthusiasts.

Realme 8: Budget-conscious users who prioritize battery life and a large display. Suitable for everyday tasks, social media, and media consumption.

4. Decision Framework

Key Questions:

  1. What is your budget? The P60 Pro is significantly more expensive.
  2. What are your performance needs? For demanding tasks and gaming, the P60 Pro is superior.
  3. How important is battery life and screen size? The Realme 8 has a clear advantage in these areas.

My Choice: Realme 8

While the Huawei P60 Pro boasts superior performance and charging speeds, the lack of crucial information about its operating system is a major concern. In the rapidly evolving world of smartphones, OS updates and features are critical for security and long-term usability. The Realme 8 offers a compelling combination of a large battery, modern display, the latest Android OS, and a significantly lower price. Assuming the camera and charging capabilities of the Realme 8 are at least competent, the value proposition it offers outweighs the performance advantages of the P60 Pro, given the available information. The price difference is substantial enough to justify compromising on raw processing power for most average users. However, if the budget is not a constraint and clarification on the P60 Pro's OS situation reveals a current and supported system, the P60 Pro would be the superior choice.

Emily Harper
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