Lava Blaze Duo vs Realme Neo8
The Lava Blaze Duo (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $219 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 51/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 668,462); the Realme Neo8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Blaze Duo doesn't; the Lava Blaze Duo is noticeably lighter (186g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Blaze Duo
Realme Neo8
What makes Lava Blaze Duo better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 186g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $429
- Better portability (62/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 668462
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 969
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2321
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 49/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Blaze Duo vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 26 points higher (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Lava Blaze Duo — 58/100, 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 Lava Blaze Duo (91/100 vs 49/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Lava Blaze Duo (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Lava Blaze Duo (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Lava Blaze Duo (71/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Blaze Duo notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (62/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Blaze Duo | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7025 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 668462 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 969 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2321 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×73.9×8.5 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $219 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Lava Blaze Duo
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Blaze Duo
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Blaze Duo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Blaze Duo and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Lava Blaze Duo by 79.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $210. Lava Blaze Duo was $210 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Duo (91/100 vs 49/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Lava Blaze Duo (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Lava Blaze Duo (56/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Lava Blaze Duo (71/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Blaze Duo notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (62/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Blaze Duo or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Duo by 26 points (77/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Blaze Duo and the Realme Neo8?
The Lava Blaze Duo has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Blaze Duo or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Blaze Duo or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Lava Blaze Duo over the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.