Realme Neo8 vs Redmi A7 Pro 5G
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi A7 Pro 5G (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8300; launch prices were $429 and $110. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 42/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 32 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 639,225); the Realme Neo8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A7 Pro 5G doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Redmi A7 Pro 5G
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2073
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6300 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi A7 Pro 5G better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $110 vs $429
- Better portability (51/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Redmi A7 Pro 5G, the Realme Neo8 scores 35 points higher (77/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Redmi A7 Pro 5G — 68/100; 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 A7 Pro 5G (91/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro 5G (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro 5G (56/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro 5G (71/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A7 Pro 5G and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Redmi A7 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Unisoc T8300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 639225 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 2073 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 6300 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 171.5×79.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $110 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi A7 Pro 5G
- Main: 32MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi A7 Pro 5G
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi A7 Pro 5G
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Redmi A7 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Redmi A7 Pro 5G by 404.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $319. Redmi A7 Pro 5G was $319 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro 5G (91/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro 5G (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro 5G (56/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro 5G (71/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A7 Pro 5G and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi A7 Pro 5G?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro 5G by 35 points (77/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi A7 Pro 5G?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi A7 Pro 5G — 42/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi A7 Pro 5G?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi A7 Pro 5G?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Redmi A7 Pro 5G?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.