Honor X70i vs Realme Neo8
The Honor X70i (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $220 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 53/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 668,462); the Honor X70i is noticeably lighter (178g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X70i
Realme Neo8
What makes Honor X70i better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 178g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $220 vs $429
- Better portability (79/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 668462
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 969
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2321
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 35W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 49/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X70i vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 24 points higher (77/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Honor X70i — 62/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Honor X70i (91/100 vs 49/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Honor X70i (56/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Honor X70i (71/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X70i significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (79/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X70i | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 668462 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 969 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2321 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 35W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.0×74.6×7.3 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $220 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Honor X70i
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Honor X70i
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X70i
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 35W
- No wireless charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Honor X70i and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Honor X70i by 79.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $209. Honor X70i was $209 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Honor X70i (91/100 vs 49/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Honor X70i (56/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Honor X70i (71/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X70i significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (79/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X70i or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Honor X70i by 24 points (77/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X70i and the Realme Neo8?
The Honor X70i has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X70i or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X70i or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Honor X70i over the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.