Poco X6 vs Realme Neo8
The Poco X6 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $249 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 56/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 798,429); the Poco X6 is noticeably lighter (181g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X6
Realme Neo8
What makes Poco X6 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 181g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $249 vs $429
- Better portability (70/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 798429
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1030
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2980
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X6 vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 21 points higher (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 55/100). Value score: Poco X6 — 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 X6 (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco X6 (71/100 vs 55/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X6 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (70/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X6 | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 798429 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1030 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2980 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 / HyperOS | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.2×74.3×8.0 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 181 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $249 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Poco X6
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X6
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X6
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X6 and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Poco X6 by 75.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $180. Poco X6 was $180 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Poco X6 (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco X6 (71/100 vs 55/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X6 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (70/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X6 or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Poco X6 by 21 points (77/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X6 and the Realme Neo8?
The Poco X6 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X6 or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X6 or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco X6 over the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.