Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Realme Neo8
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $1299 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads — 80/100 vs 77/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5567); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 3,222,272); the Realme Neo8 is noticeably lighter (215g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Realme Neo8
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 3222272
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 9119
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5567 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 215g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Realme Neo8, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 3 points higher (80/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, 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 Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (71/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (71/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (47/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Realme Neo8 by 10.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $870. Realme Neo8 was $870 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100).
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 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (71/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (71/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (47/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Realme Neo8?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max edges out the Realme Neo8 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Realme Neo8?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Realme Neo8?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Realme Neo8?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Realme Neo8?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.