Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs Realme Neo8
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $1199 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 77/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4288); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,434,654 vs 3,222,272).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Realme Neo8
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3434654 vs 3222272
- Better Geekbench Single: 4733 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12836 vs 9119
- Lighter: 211g vs 215g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (97/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4288 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $1199
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs the Realme Neo8, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro scores 7 points higher (84/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads (97/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro — 78/100, 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 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 significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (97/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (71/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro are nearly equal (47/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3434654 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4733 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12836 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1206x2622 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4288 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 172 | — | |
| 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 | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 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
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1206x2622
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 4288 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads Realme Neo8 by 6.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $770. Realme Neo8 was $770 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro 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 significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (97/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (71/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro are nearly equal (47/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Realme Neo8?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro edges out the Realme Neo8 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Realme Neo8?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Realme Neo8?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads on camera score (97/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Realme Neo8?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads on performance (97/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro over the Realme Neo8?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.