Nubia Neo 5 Max vs Realme GT 8
The Nubia Neo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7100, while the Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $299 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 50/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 Max has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 7000); the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 785,352); the Realme GT 8 is noticeably lighter (209g vs 245g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Neo 5 Max
Realme GT 8
What makes Nubia Neo 5 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 7000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $350
- Overall rating 50/100
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 785352
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 995
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2925
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 209g vs 245g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 Max vs the Realme GT 8, the Realme GT 8 scores 30 points higher (80/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Nubia Neo 5 Max — 38/100, Realme GT 8 — 94/100; 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 GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Max (91/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Max (98/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Max (56/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Max (85/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 Max | Realme GT 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7100 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 785352 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 995 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2925 | 9287 | |
| Display | 7.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 180.9×88.4×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 245 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $299 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Neo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nubia Neo 5 Max
- 7.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Neo 5 Max
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Neo 5 Max and Realme GT 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Nubia Neo 5 Max by 74.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $51. Nubia Neo 5 Max was $51 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Max (91/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Max (98/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Max (56/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Max (85/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 5 Max or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Max by 30 points (80/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 Max and the Realme GT 8?
The Nubia Neo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Realme GT 8 — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 Max or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Neo 5 Max or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 Max over the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.