Realme Neo8 vs Realme Note 80
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Realme Note 80 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250; launch prices were $429 and $95. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 33/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Realme Neo8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme Note 80 doesn't; the Realme Note 80 is noticeably lighter (197g vs 215g).
Realme Neo8
Realme Note 80
- Better Geekbench Single: 2903 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9602 vs 1800
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6300 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
- Lighter: 197g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $95 vs $429
- Better portability (62/100 vs 47/100)
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Realme Note 80, the Realme Neo8 scores 44 points higher (77/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (92/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 88/100, Realme Note 80 — 50/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Realme Note 80 (92/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Realme Note 80 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Realme Note 80 (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Realme Note 80 (71/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Note 80 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (62/100 vs 47/100).
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Realme Note 80 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Unisoc T7250 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2903 | 600 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9602 | 1800 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 6300 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 450 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 167.2×76.6×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $95 |
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme Note 80
- Main: 8MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Realme Note 80
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Realme Note 80
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Launch price difference: $334. Realme Note 80 was $334 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Realme Note 80 (92/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Realme Note 80 (94/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Realme Note 80 (56/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Realme Note 80 (71/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Note 80 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (62/100 vs 47/100).
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Realme Note 80?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Realme Note 80 by 44 points (77/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Realme Note 80?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Realme Note 80 — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Realme Note 80?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Realme Note 80?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Realme Note 80?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Realme Note 80 is a better fit for everyday use.