Infinix Note 12 5G vs Realme Neo8
The Infinix Note 12 5G (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 810, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 47/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 569,913); the Realme Neo8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Note 12 5G doesn't; the Infinix Note 12 5G is noticeably lighter (186g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 12 5G
Realme Neo8
What makes Infinix Note 12 5G better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 215g
- Better portability (67/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 569913
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 684
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 33W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Note 12 5G vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 30 points higher (77/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 5G (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Infinix Note 12 5G (56/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Infinix Note 12 5G (71/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12 5G notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (67/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Note 12 5G | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 810 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 569913 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 684 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10.6 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.7×76.9×8.0 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $429 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 12 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 16MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Infinix Note 12 5G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Note 12 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Note 12 5G and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Infinix Note 12 5G by 82.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Infinix Note 12 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 5G (91/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Infinix Note 12 5G (56/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Infinix Note 12 5G (71/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12 5G notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (67/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Note 12 5G or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 5G by 30 points (77/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 12 5G and the Realme Neo8?
The Infinix Note 12 5G has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 12 5G or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Note 12 5G or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 12 5G over the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.