Realme Neo8 vs Redmi 10
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi 10 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88; launch prices were $429 and $179. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 37/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 365,001); the Redmi 10 is noticeably lighter (181g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Redmi 10
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi 10 better?
- Lighter: 181g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $429
- Better portability (61/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Redmi 10, the Realme Neo8 scores 40 points higher (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Redmi 10 — 40/100; 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 Redmi 10 (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi 10 (56/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi 10 (71/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 10 is a bit better (61/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Redmi 10 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G88 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 365001 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 430 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 1375 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 162.0×75.5×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 181 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $179 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi 10
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi 10
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 10
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Redmi 10, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Redmi 10 by 782.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $250. Redmi 10 was $250 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (91/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi 10 (56/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi 10 (71/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 10 is a bit better (61/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi 10?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 by 40 points (77/100 vs 37/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi 10?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi 10 — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi 10?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi 10?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Redmi 10?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.