Apple iPhone 17 vs Realme Neo8
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 76/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Realme Neo8
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 2833
- Lighter: 177g vs 215g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $799
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 88/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 1 points higher (77/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, 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 and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (71/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (73/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO 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 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Apple iPhone 17 by 33.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $370. Realme Neo8 was $370 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 88/100).
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 17 significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (86/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (71/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (73/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 edges out the Apple iPhone 17 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Realme Neo8?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Realme Neo8?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Realme Neo8?
The Apple iPhone 17 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.