Realme GT5 Pro vs Realme Neo8

The Realme GT5 Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $500 and $429. Both devices score the same overall rating of 77/100. Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5400); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 2,402,979).

Both devices scored the same rating of 77/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Realme GT5 Pro

Performance 82
Display 94
Camera 67
Battery 80
Portability 35
Value for money 76

Realme Neo8

Performance 91
Display 94
Camera 56
Battery 71
Portability 47
Value for money 80

What makes Realme GT5 Pro better?

  • Faster charging: 100W vs 80W

  • Better camera (67/100 vs 56/100)
  • Longer battery life (80/100 vs 71/100)

What makes Realme Neo8 better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 2402979
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 2203
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 6511
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5400 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
  • Lighter: 215g vs 218g
  • Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $500

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 82/100)
  • Better portability (47/100 vs 35/100)

Comparison verdict

The Realme GT5 Pro and the Realme Neo8 received the same MobileRank rating — 77/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme GT5 Pro leads (67/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Realme GT5 Pro — 76/100, 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 is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme GT5 Pro is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT5 Pro is a bit better (80/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (47/100 vs 35/100).

Realme GT5 Pro: The Realme GT5 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Realme Neo8: The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Realme GT5 Pro Realme Neo8
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Snapdragon 8 Gen 5
AnTuTu 2402979 3222272
Geekbench Single 2203 2833
Geekbench Multi 6511 9119
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2780x1264 1272x2772
Refresh rate 144 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 5400 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 100W 80W
Wireless charging 50W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 64 MP 50 MP
Front camera 32 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 4500 nits 6500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP64 IP69
Dimensions 161.7×75.1×9.2 mm 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm
Weight 218 g 215 g
Launch price $500 $429

Camera comparison

Realme GT5 Pro

  • Main: 50MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 32MP
67
camera

Realme Neo8

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
56
camera

Display comparison

Realme GT5 Pro

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2780x1264
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display

Realme Neo8

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1272x2772
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display

Battery and charging

Realme GT5 Pro

  • 5400 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
80
battery

Realme Neo8

  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
71
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Realme GT5 Pro and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Realme GT5 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
77/100
2402979 AnTuTu
Realme Neo8 Snapdragon 8 Gen 5
77/100 +25.4%
3222272 AnTuTu

Realme Neo8 leads Realme GT5 Pro by 25.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Realme GT5 Pro

$500

Realme Neo8

$429

Launch price difference: $71. Realme Neo8 was $71 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme GT5 Pro is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme GT5 Pro is a bit better (80/100 vs 71/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (47/100 vs 35/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Realme GT5 Pro or the Realme Neo8?

Both devices scored 77/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Realme Neo8 (91/100 vs 82/100).

What is the rating of the Realme GT5 Pro and the Realme Neo8?

The Realme GT5 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme GT5 Pro or the Realme Neo8?

The Realme GT5 Pro leads on camera score (67/100 vs 56/100).

Which is more powerful: the Realme GT5 Pro or the Realme Neo8?

The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 82/100).

Should you choose the Realme GT5 Pro over the Realme Neo8?

The Realme GT5 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.