Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) vs Realme Neo8
The Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio P60, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 22/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3060); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 314,537); the Realme Neo8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) doesn't; the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) is noticeably lighter (160g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5)
Realme Neo8
What makes Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 215g
- Better portability (82/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 314537
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 341
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 779
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3060 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 20/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 55 points higher (77/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) (91/100 vs 20/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) (94/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) (71/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (82/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P60 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 314537 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 341 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 779 | 9119 | |
| Display | 5.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1520 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3060 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 80W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie); Android One | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 149.5×72.0×8.1 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $429 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5)
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5)
- 5.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1520
- Refresh rate: —
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5)
- 3060 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) by 90.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5)
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) (91/100 vs 20/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) (94/100 vs 41/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) (56/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) (71/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (82/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) by 55 points (77/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) and the Realme Neo8?
The Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) over the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.