Apple iPhone Air vs Realme Neo8
The Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 75/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3149); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 2,538,751); the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Air
Realme Neo8
What makes Apple iPhone Air better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3850 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9800 vs 9119
- Lighter: 165g vs 215g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3149 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $999
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 26/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone Air vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 2 points higher (77/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air leads (73/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 26/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Air — 60/100, 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 Air and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (92/100 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 Air notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (73/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (71/100 vs 26/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (96/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2736x1260 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3149 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 6.0×74.7×5.6 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2736x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone Air
- 3149 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 7:48 hrs, total 22:15 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Air and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Apple iPhone Air by 21.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $570. Realme Neo8 was $570 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (92/100 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 Air notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (73/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (71/100 vs 26/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (96/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 edges out the Apple iPhone Air by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Air and the Realme Neo8?
The Apple iPhone Air has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Air or the Realme Neo8?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on camera score (73/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the Realme Neo8?
The Apple iPhone Air is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.