Realme Neo8 vs Redmi 5 Plus
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi 5 Plus (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625; launch prices were $429 and $170. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 20/100 (a 57-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 218,879); the Realme Neo8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 5 Plus doesn't; the Redmi 5 Plus is noticeably lighter (180g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Redmi 5 Plus
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 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- 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 25/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Redmi 5 Plus better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $429
- Better portability (70/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Redmi 5 Plus, the Realme Neo8 scores 57 points higher (77/100 vs 20/100). 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 25/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Redmi 5 Plus — 8/100; 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 5 Plus (91/100 vs 14/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (71/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 5 Plus notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (70/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Redmi 5 Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 218879 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 189 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 862 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.0" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 158.5×75.5×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $170 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi 5 Plus
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi 5 Plus
- 6.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 5 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Redmi 5 Plus, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Redmi 5 Plus by 1372.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $259. Redmi 5 Plus was $259 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (91/100 vs 14/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (56/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (71/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 5 Plus notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (70/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi 5 Plus?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus by 57 points (77/100 vs 20/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi 5 Plus?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi 5 Plus — 20/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi 5 Plus?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi 5 Plus?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 14/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Redmi 5 Plus?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.