Poco F3 vs Realme Neo8
The Poco F3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $370 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 54/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4520); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 1,010,069); the Poco F3 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F3
Realme Neo8
What makes Poco F3 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $429
- Better portability (64/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4520 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F3 vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 23 points higher (77/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Poco F3 — 40/100, 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 Poco F3 (91/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco F3 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco F3 (56/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco F3 (71/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F3 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (64/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F3 | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1010069 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1298 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3520 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4520 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.4×7.8 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $370 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Poco F3
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco F3
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F3
- 4520 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- Wireless charging: no data
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F3 and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Poco F3 by 68.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $59. Poco F3 was $59 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (91/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco F3 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco F3 (56/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco F3 (71/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F3 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (64/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F3 or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Poco F3 by 23 points (77/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F3 and the Realme Neo8?
The Poco F3 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F3 or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F3 or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Poco F3 over the Realme Neo8?
The Poco F3 is a better fit for active users. The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.