Poco X7 vs Realme Neo8
The Poco X7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultra, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $279 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 5110); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 803,683); the Poco X7 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X7
Realme Neo8
What makes Poco X7 better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $279 vs $429
- Better portability (63/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 803683
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5110 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X7 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 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Poco X7 — 52/100, 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 X7 (91/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco X7 (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco X7 (71/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X7 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (63/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X7 | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultra | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 803683 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1220x2712 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5110 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.3×74.4×8.4 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $279 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Poco X7
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X7
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1220x2712
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X7
- 5110 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X7 and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Poco X7 by 75.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $150. Poco X7 was $150 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Poco X7 (91/100 vs 54/100).
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 notably outperforms the Poco X7 (56/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco X7 (71/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X7 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (63/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X7 or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Poco X7 by 23 points (77/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X7 and the Realme Neo8?
The Poco X7 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X7 or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X7 or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Poco X7 over the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.