Realme 12 Pro vs Realme Neo8
The Realme 12 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $215 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 55/100 (a 22-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 737,054); the Realme 12 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12 Pro
Realme Neo8
What makes Realme 12 Pro better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $215 vs $429
- Better portability (56/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 737054
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2700
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 Pro vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 22 points higher (77/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Realme 12 Pro — 68/100, 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 Realme 12 Pro (91/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (71/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 Pro | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 737054 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 930 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2700 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×74.0×8.8 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $215 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 Pro and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Realme 12 Pro by 77.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $214. Realme 12 Pro was $214 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (91/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (71/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 Pro or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro by 22 points (77/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 Pro and the Realme Neo8?
The Realme 12 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 Pro or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 Pro or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 Pro over the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.