Realme 8 vs Redmi Note 10S

The Realme 8 (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, while the Redmi Note 10S (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 8 leads — 50/100 vs 45/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 10S has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 8 doesn't.

The Realme 8 edges out the Redmi Note 10S by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 8
Performance 41
Display 84
Camera 43
Battery 45
Portability 73
Value for money
Redmi Note 10S
Performance 41
Display 51
Camera 39
Battery 52
Portability 68
Value for money 42
What makes Realme 8 better?
  • Lighter: 177g vs 179g

  • Better camera (43/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better display (84/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better portability (73/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Redmi Note 10S better?

  • Longer battery life (52/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme 8 vs the Redmi Note 10S, the Realme 8 scores 5 points higher (50/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 41/100. In the "display" category, the Realme 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (84/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 8 and the Redmi Note 10S are nearly equal (43/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 10S is a bit better (52/100 vs 45/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 8 is a bit better (73/100 vs 68/100).

Realme 8: The Realme 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi Note 10S: The Redmi Note 10S is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme 8 Redmi Note 10S
Processor MediaTek Helio G95 MediaTek Helio G95
AnTuTu 534895 534895
Geekbench Single 673 673
Geekbench Multi 1881 1881
Display 6.4" Super AMOLED 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 30W
Main camera 64 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 13 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 11, Realme UI 2.0
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits 1100 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP53
Dimensions 160.6×73.9×8.0 mm 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm
Weight 177 g 179 g
Launch price $250
Camera comparison
Realme 8
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
43
camera
Redmi Note 10S
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 13MP
39
camera
Display comparison
Realme 8
  • 6.4" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
84
display
Redmi Note 10S
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
51
display
Battery and charging
Realme 8
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
45
battery
Redmi Note 10S
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
52
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Realme 8 and Redmi Note 10S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Realme 8 MediaTek Helio G95
50/100
534895 AnTuTu
Redmi Note 10S MediaTek Helio G95
45/100
534895 AnTuTu

Equal performance based on benchmark results.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 8
Price unknown
Redmi Note 10S
$250
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 41/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Realme 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (84/100 vs 51/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme 8 and the Redmi Note 10S are nearly equal (43/100 vs 39/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 10S is a bit better (52/100 vs 45/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Realme 8 is a bit better (73/100 vs 68/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 8 or the Redmi Note 10S?

The Realme 8 edges out the Redmi Note 10S by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Realme 8 and the Redmi Note 10S?

The Realme 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Redmi Note 10S — 45/100.

Should you choose the Realme 8 over the Redmi Note 10S?

The Realme 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 10S is a better fit for everyday use.