Realme Neo8 vs Realme V23i
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Realme V23i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 35/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 515,647); the Realme Neo8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme V23i doesn't; the Realme V23i is noticeably lighter (185g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Realme V23i
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 690
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1736
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Realme V23i better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 215g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Realme V23i, the Realme Neo8 scores 42 points higher (77/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 40/100). 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). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Realme V23i (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Realme V23i (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Realme V23i (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Realme V23i (71/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme V23i notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (66/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Realme V23i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 515647 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 690 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 1736 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" LCD IPS | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 163.8×75.1×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme V23i
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Realme V23i
- 6.6" LCD IPS
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Realme V23i
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Realme V23i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Realme V23i by 524.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme V23i
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Realme V23i (91/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Realme V23i (94/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Realme V23i (56/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Realme V23i (71/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme V23i notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (66/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Realme V23i?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Realme V23i by 42 points (77/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Realme V23i?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Realme V23i — 35/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Realme V23i?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Realme V23i?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Realme V23i?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.