Nubia Neo 5 Max vs Realme Neo8
The Nubia Neo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7100, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $299 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 7100); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 785,352); the Realme Neo8 is noticeably lighter (215g vs 245g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Neo 5 Max
Realme Neo8
What makes Nubia Neo 5 Max better?
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $429
- Overall rating 50/100
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 785352
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 995
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2925
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7100 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 215g vs 245g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 Max 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 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Nubia Neo 5 Max — 38/100, 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 Nubia Neo 5 Max (91/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Max (94/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Max (56/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (47/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 Max | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7100 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 785352 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 995 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2925 | 9119 | |
| Display | 7.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 80W | |
| 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 | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 180.9×88.4×8.0 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 245 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $299 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Neo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Realme Neo8
- 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 Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Neo 5 Max
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Neo 5 Max and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Nubia Neo 5 Max by 75.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $130. Nubia Neo 5 Max was $130 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Max (91/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Max (94/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Max (56/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (47/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 5 Max or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Max by 27 points (77/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 Max and the Realme Neo8?
The Nubia Neo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 Max or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Neo 5 Max or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 Max over the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.