Realme 15T vs Realme Neo8
The Realme 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Max, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $250 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 50/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7000); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 581,041); the Realme Neo8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 15T doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 15T
Realme Neo8
What makes Realme 15T better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $429
- Better portability (55/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 15T vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 27 points higher (77/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Realme 15T — 50/100, 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 15T (91/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Realme 15T (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Realme 15T (56/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 15T is a bit better (55/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 15T | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Max | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 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, up to 3 major Android upgrades, Realme UI 6.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.2×7.8 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Realme 15T
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme 15T
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 15T
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 15T and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Realme 15T by 82.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $179. Realme 15T was $179 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Realme 15T (91/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Realme 15T (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Realme 15T (56/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 15T is a bit better (55/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 15T or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Realme 15T by 27 points (77/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 15T and the Realme Neo8?
The Realme 15T has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 15T or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 15T or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Realme 15T over the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.