Infinix S5 vs Realme Neo8
The Infinix S5 (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P22, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 23/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 177,554); the Realme Neo8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix S5 doesn't; the Infinix S5 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix S5
Realme Neo8
What makes Infinix S5 better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 215g
- Better portability (73/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 177554
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 723
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 21/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix S5 vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 54 points higher (77/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 21/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (91/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (94/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (56/100 vs 21/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (71/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix S5 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (73/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix S5 | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P22 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 177554 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 233 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 723 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 80W | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×76.0×7.9 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $429 |
Camera comparison
Infinix S5
- Main: 16MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Infinix S5
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix S5
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix S5 and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Infinix S5 by 94.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Infinix S5
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (91/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (94/100 vs 38/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (56/100 vs 21/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (71/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix S5 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (73/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix S5 or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 by 54 points (77/100 vs 23/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix S5 and the Realme Neo8?
The Infinix S5 has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix S5 or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 21/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix S5 or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Infinix S5 over the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.