Realme Neo8 vs Redmi 13
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi 13 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G91 Ultra; launch prices were $429 and $170. 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 5030); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 354,158); the Redmi 13 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Redmi 13
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 354158
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 405
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1407
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5030 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi 13 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $429
- Better portability (56/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Redmi 13, 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 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Redmi 13 — 46/100; 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 13 (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi 13 (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi 13 (71/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 13 is a bit better (56/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Redmi 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G91 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 354158 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 405 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 1407 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5030 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 550 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 168.6×76.3×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $170 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi 13
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi 13
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 13
- 5030 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Redmi 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Redmi 13 by 809.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $259. Redmi 13 was $259 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (91/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi 13 (56/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi 13 (71/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 13 is a bit better (56/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi 13?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 by 38 points (77/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi 13?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi 13 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi 13?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi 13?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Redmi 13?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.