Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Realme Neo8
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 73/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3582); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 1,782,199); the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Realme Neo8
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 2833
- Lighter: 199g vs 215g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 1782199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 8300
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3582 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $999
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 85/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 4 points higher (77/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro — 56/100, Realme Neo8 — 80/100; 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 Neo8 is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (71/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8300 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3582 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.3 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 3582 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro by 44.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $570. Realme Neo8 was $570 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (86/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (71/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 edges out the Apple iPhone 16 Pro by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Realme Neo8?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Realme Neo8?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads on camera score (86/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro over the Realme Neo8?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.