Motorola Moto G86 vs Realme Neo8

The Motorola Moto G86 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $224 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 56/100 (a 21-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 879,714); the Motorola Moto G86 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 215g).

The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 by 21 points (77/100 vs 56/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Motorola Moto G86

Performance 55
Display 83
Camera 40
Battery 59
Portability 70
Value for money 68

Realme Neo8

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

What makes Motorola Moto G86 better?

  • Lighter: 185g vs 215g
  • Cheaper at launch: $224 vs $429

  • Better portability (70/100 vs 47/100)

What makes Realme Neo8 better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 879714
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1011
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2813
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5200 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 30W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
  • Better camera (56/100 vs 40/100)
  • Longer battery life (71/100 vs 59/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Moto G86 vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 21 points higher (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 59/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G86 — 68/100, 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 G86 (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G86 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (70/100 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 G86 Realme Neo8
Processor Dimensity 7300 Snapdragon 8 Gen 5
AnTuTu 879714 3222272
Geekbench Single 1011 2833
Geekbench Multi 2813 9119
Display 6.7" P-OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1220x2712 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 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 4500 nits 6500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68/IP69 IP69
Dimensions 161.2×74.7×7.8 mm 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm
Weight 185 g 215 g
Launch price $224 $429

Camera comparison

Motorola Moto G86

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • 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 G86

  • 6.7" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1220x2712
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
83
display

Realme Neo8

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

Battery and charging

Motorola Moto G86

  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • Wireless charging: no data
59
battery

Realme Neo8

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

Overall performance score

We compared Motorola Moto G86 and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Motorola Moto G86 Dimensity 7300
56/100
879714 AnTuTu
Realme Neo8 Snapdragon 8 Gen 5
77/100 +72.7%
3222272 AnTuTu

Realme Neo8 leads Motorola Moto G86 by 72.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Motorola Moto G86

$224

Realme Neo8

$429

Launch price difference: $205. Motorola Moto G86 was $205 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (91/100 vs 55/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (56/100 vs 40/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 59/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G86 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (70/100 vs 47/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Motorola Moto G86 or the Realme Neo8?

The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 by 21 points (77/100 vs 56/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G86 and the Realme Neo8?

The Motorola Moto G86 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G86 or the Realme Neo8?

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

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G86 or the Realme Neo8?

The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Moto G86 over the Realme Neo8?

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