Realme Neo8 vs Redmi 12
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88; launch prices were $429 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 39/100 (a 38-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 12 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Redmi 12
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
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Redmi 12 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $429
- Better portability (61/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Redmi 12, the Realme Neo8 scores 38 points higher (77/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Redmi 12 — 52/100; 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 12 (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (94/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (56/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (61/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Redmi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G88 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 365001 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 430 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 1375 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 215 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $150 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Redmi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Redmi 12 by 782.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $279. Redmi 12 was $279 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (91/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (94/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (56/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (61/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi 12?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 by 38 points (77/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi 12?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi 12 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi 12?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi 12?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Redmi 12?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.