Motorola Moto G56 vs Realme Neo8

The Motorola Moto G56 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7060, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $229 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 50/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5200); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 657,941); the Motorola Moto G56 is noticeably lighter (200g vs 215g).

The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G56 by 27 points (77/100 vs 50/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Motorola Moto G56

Performance 50
Display 66
Camera 40
Battery 50
Portability 55
Value for money 54

Realme Neo8

Performance 91
Display 94
Camera 56
Battery 71
Portability 47
Value for money 80

What makes Motorola Moto G56 better?

  • Lighter: 200g vs 215g
  • Cheaper at launch: $229 vs $429

  • Better portability (55/100 vs 47/100)

What makes Realme Neo8 better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 657941
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1037
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2386
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5200 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 30W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better camera (56/100 vs 40/100)
  • Longer battery life (71/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Moto G56 vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 27 points higher (77/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G56 — 54/100, 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 Motorola Moto G56 (91/100 vs 50/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G56 (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G56 (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G56 (71/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G56 is a bit better (55/100 vs 47/100).

Realme Neo8: The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Motorola Moto G56 Realme Neo8
Processor Dimensity 7060 Snapdragon 8 Gen 5
AnTuTu 657941 3222272
Geekbench Single 1037 2833
Geekbench Multi 2386 9119
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1272x2772
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 5200 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 30W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 32 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits 6500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68/IP69 IP69
Dimensions 165.8×76.3×8.4 mm 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm
Weight 200 g 215 g
Launch price $229 $429

Camera comparison

Motorola Moto G56

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
40
camera

Realme Neo8

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
56
camera

Display comparison

Motorola Moto G56

  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
66
display

Realme Neo8

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1272x2772
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display

Battery and charging

Motorola Moto G56

  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery

Realme Neo8

  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
71
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Motorola Moto G56 and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Motorola Moto G56 Dimensity 7060
50/100
657941 AnTuTu
Realme Neo8 Snapdragon 8 Gen 5
77/100 +79.6%
3222272 AnTuTu

Realme Neo8 leads Motorola Moto G56 by 79.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Motorola Moto G56

$229

Realme Neo8

$429

Launch price difference: $200. Motorola Moto G56 was $200 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G56 (91/100 vs 50/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G56 (94/100 vs 66/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G56 (56/100 vs 40/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G56 (71/100 vs 50/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G56 is a bit better (55/100 vs 47/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Motorola Moto G56 or the Realme Neo8?

The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G56 by 27 points (77/100 vs 50/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G56 and the Realme Neo8?

The Motorola Moto G56 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G56 or the Realme Neo8?

The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 40/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G56 or the Realme Neo8?

The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 50/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Moto G56 over the Realme Neo8?

The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.