Infinix Smart 20 vs Realme Neo8
The Infinix Smart 20 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultimate, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $149 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 33/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 358,608).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Smart 20
Realme Neo8
What makes Infinix Smart 20 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $149 vs $429
- Better portability (68/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Smart 20 vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 44 points higher (77/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Infinix Smart 20 — 40/100, 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 Infinix Smart 20 (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (71/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 20 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (68/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Smart 20 | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultimate | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1576x720 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 167.7×78.8×7.7 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | — | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $149 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Smart 20
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Infinix Smart 20
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1576x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Smart 20
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Smart 20 and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Infinix Smart 20 by 88.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $280. Infinix Smart 20 was $280 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (91/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (56/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (71/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 20 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (68/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Smart 20 or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 by 44 points (77/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Smart 20 and the Realme Neo8?
The Infinix Smart 20 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Smart 20 or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Smart 20 or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Smart 20 over the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.