Infinix Note 12i vs Realme Neo8
The Infinix Note 12i (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 35/100 (a 42-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 346,495); the Realme Neo8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Note 12i doesn't; the Infinix Note 12i is noticeably lighter (198g vs 215g).
Infinix Note 12i
Realme Neo8
- Lighter: 198g vs 215g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 47/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 346495
- Better Geekbench Single: 2903 vs 420
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9602 vs 1364
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
Comparing the Infinix Note 12i vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 42 points higher (77/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (92/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 30/100). 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 12i (92/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (56/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (71/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12i is a bit better (57/100 vs 47/100).
| Specification | Infinix Note 12i | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 346495 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 420 | 2903 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1364 | 9602 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 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 | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 Snow Cone | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 170.7×77.4×8.3 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $429 |
Infinix Note 12i
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Front: 8MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Infinix Note 12i
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Infinix Note 12i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
We compared Infinix Note 12i and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Infinix Note 12i by 89.2% in our overall performance rating.
Infinix Note 12i
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (92/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (94/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (56/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (71/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12i is a bit better (57/100 vs 47/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Note 12i or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i by 42 points (77/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 12i and the Realme Neo8?
The Infinix Note 12i has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 12i or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Note 12i or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 12i over the Realme Neo8?
The Infinix Note 12i is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.