Realme Neo8 vs Redmi 4 Prime
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi 4 Prime (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625; launch prices were $429 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 22/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 218,879); the Realme Neo8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 4 Prime doesn't; the Redmi 4 Prime is noticeably lighter (156g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Redmi 4 Prime
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 218879
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 862
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 14/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Redmi 4 Prime better?
- Lighter: 156g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $429
- Better portability (74/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Redmi 4 Prime, the Realme Neo8 scores 55 points higher (77/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 14/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Redmi 4 Prime — 18/100; 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 4 Prime (91/100 vs 14/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (71/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 4 Prime notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (74/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Redmi 4 Prime | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 218879 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 189 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 862 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 5.0" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4100 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 3GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 141.3×69.6×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 156 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $150 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi 4 Prime
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi 4 Prime
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 4 Prime
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Redmi 4 Prime, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Redmi 4 Prime by 1372.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $279. Redmi 4 Prime was $279 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (91/100 vs 14/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (56/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (71/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 4 Prime notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (74/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi 4 Prime?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime by 55 points (77/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi 4 Prime?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi 4 Prime — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi 4 Prime?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi 4 Prime?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 14/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Redmi 4 Prime?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.