Apple iPhone 17e vs Realme Neo8
The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, 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 59/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3600); 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 17e is noticeably lighter (163g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17e
Realme Neo8
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3692 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9454 vs 9119
- Lighter: 163g vs 215g
- Better portability (83/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 2156126
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3600 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 89/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 21/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 18 points higher (77/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 21/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17e — 32/100, 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 17e are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (94/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (56/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (71/100 vs 21/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (83/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17e | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3692 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9454 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 19 | 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 | 163 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 24MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17e
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17e and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Apple iPhone 17e by 33.1% 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 and the Apple iPhone 17e are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (94/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (56/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (71/100 vs 21/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (83/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 17e — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Realme Neo8?
The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Realme Neo8?
The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.