Poco X5 vs Realme Neo8
The Poco X5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $245 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 48/100 (a 29-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 592,015); the Poco X5 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X5
Realme Neo8
What makes Poco X5 better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $245 vs $429
- Better portability (66/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X5 vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 29 points higher (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco X5 — 46/100, 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 X5 (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco X5 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco X5 (56/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco X5 (71/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X5 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (66/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X5 | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.9×76.2×8.0 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $245 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Poco X5
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X5
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X5 and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Poco X5 by 81.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $184. Poco X5 was $184 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (91/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco X5 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco X5 (56/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco X5 (71/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X5 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (66/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X5 or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Poco X5 by 29 points (77/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X5 and the Realme Neo8?
The Poco X5 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X5 or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X5 or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Poco X5 over the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.