Poco M3 Pro 5G vs Realme Neo8
The Poco M3 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $200 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 41/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 515,647); the Poco M3 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (190g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M3 Pro 5G
Realme Neo8
What makes Poco M3 Pro 5G better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $429
- Better portability (55/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 690
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1736
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M3 Pro 5G vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 36 points higher (77/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Poco M3 Pro 5G — 42/100, 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 M3 Pro 5G (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (56/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (71/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G is a bit better (55/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M3 Pro 5G | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 700 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 515647 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 690 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1736 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.8×75.3×8.9 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless charging: no data
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M3 Pro 5G and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Poco M3 Pro 5G by 84.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $229. Poco M3 Pro 5G was $229 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (91/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (56/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (71/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G is a bit better (55/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M3 Pro 5G or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G by 36 points (77/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M3 Pro 5G and the Realme Neo8?
The Poco M3 Pro 5G has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M3 Pro 5G or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M3 Pro 5G or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Poco M3 Pro 5G over the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.