Poco M6 vs Realme Neo8
The Poco M6 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $120 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 40/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 513,809); the Realme Neo8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco M6 doesn't; the Poco M6 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M6
Realme Neo8
What makes Poco M6 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $429
- Better portability (60/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 732
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1954
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M6 vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 37 points higher (77/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Poco M6 — 62/100, 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 M6 (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco M6 (56/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco M6 (71/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M6 is a bit better (60/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M6 | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 732 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1954 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 / MIUI 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.0×8.1 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Poco M6
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco M6
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M6
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M6 and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Poco M6 by 84.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $309. Poco M6 was $309 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (91/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (94/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco M6 (56/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco M6 (71/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M6 is a bit better (60/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M6 or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 by 37 points (77/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M6 and the Realme Neo8?
The Poco M6 has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M6 or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M6 or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Poco M6 over the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.