Infinix Hot 12 vs Realme Neo8
The Infinix Hot 12 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 30/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 348,562); the Realme Neo8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 12 doesn't; the Infinix Hot 12 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 12
Realme Neo8
What makes Infinix Hot 12 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 215g
- Better portability (59/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 47 points higher (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (71/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 12 is a bit better (59/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12 | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10.6 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 170.5×77.6×8.3 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $429 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 12
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 12 and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Infinix Hot 12 by 89.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Infinix Hot 12
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (91/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (94/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (56/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (71/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 12 is a bit better (59/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 12 or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 by 47 points (77/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12 and the Realme Neo8?
The Infinix Hot 12 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 12 or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 12 or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12 over the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.