Realme 15x vs Realme Neo8
The Realme 15x (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, 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 51/100 (a 26-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 528,398); the Realme Neo8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 15x doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 15x
Realme Neo8
What makes Realme 15x better?
- Lighter: 212g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $429
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 71/100)
- Better portability (49/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 15x vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 26 points higher (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Realme 15x — 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 Realme 15x (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Realme 15x (94/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Realme 15x (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 15x and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 15x and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (49/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 15x | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 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 | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×77.9×8.3 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 212 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Realme 15x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme 15x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 15x
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless charging: no data
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 15x and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Realme 15x by 83.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $179. Realme 15x was $179 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Realme 15x (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Realme 15x (94/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Realme 15x (56/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 15x and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 15x and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (49/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 15x or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Realme 15x by 26 points (77/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 15x and the Realme Neo8?
The Realme 15x has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 15x or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 15x or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme 15x over the Realme Neo8?
The Realme 15x is a better fit for those who care about battery life. The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.