Apple iPhone 16e vs Realme Neo8
The Apple iPhone 16e (2025) runs on the Apple A18, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $599 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 56/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3279); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16e is noticeably lighter (167g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16e
Realme Neo8
What makes Apple iPhone 16e better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3254 vs 2833
- Lighter: 167g vs 215g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 8070
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $599
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 85/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16e vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 21 points higher (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16e — 26/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (94/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (56/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (71/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (80/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16e | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3254 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8070 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2532x1170 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2532x1170
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16e
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16e and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Apple iPhone 16e by 38.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $170. Realme Neo8 was $170 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 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (94/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (56/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (71/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (80/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e by 21 points (77/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16e and the Realme Neo8?
The Apple iPhone 16e has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16e over the Realme Neo8?
The Apple iPhone 16e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.