Motorola Moto G96 vs Realme Neo8
The Motorola Moto G96 (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, 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 55/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5500); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 798,429); the Motorola Moto G96 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G96
Realme Neo8
What makes Motorola Moto G96 better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $429
- Better portability (73/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 798429
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1015
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2687
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 30W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G96 vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 22 points higher (77/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G96 — 66/100, 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 G96 (91/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (71/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G96 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (73/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G96 | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 798429 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1015 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2687 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.7" pOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 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 / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1600 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.9×73.3×7.9 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $219 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G96
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G96
- 6.7" pOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G96
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G96 and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Motorola Moto G96 by 75.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $210. Motorola Moto G96 was $210 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (91/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (56/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (71/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G96 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (73/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G96 or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 by 22 points (77/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G96 and the Realme Neo8?
The Motorola Moto G96 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G96 or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G96 or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G96 over the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.