Realme 15 Lite vs Realme Neo8
The Realme 15 Lite (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $185 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 53/100 (a 24-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 879,714); the Realme Neo8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 15 Lite doesn't; the Realme 15 Lite is noticeably lighter (185g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 15 Lite
Realme Neo8
What makes Realme 15 Lite better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $185 vs $429
- Better portability (72/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 15 Lite vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 24 points higher (77/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Realme 15 Lite — 70/100, 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 15 Lite (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Realme 15 Lite (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Realme 15 Lite (56/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Realme 15 Lite (71/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 15 Lite notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (72/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 15 Lite | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.7×74.7×7.6 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $185 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Realme 15 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme 15 Lite
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 15 Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 15 Lite and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Realme 15 Lite by 72.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $244. Realme 15 Lite was $244 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Realme 15 Lite (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Realme 15 Lite (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Realme 15 Lite (56/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Realme 15 Lite (71/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 15 Lite notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (72/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 15 Lite or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Realme 15 Lite by 24 points (77/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 15 Lite and the Realme Neo8?
The Realme 15 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 15 Lite or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 15 Lite or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Realme 15 Lite over the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.