Realme Neo8 vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $429 and $730. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 94/100 vs 77/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 8000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 3,222,272).
Realme Neo8
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $730
- Better display (94/100 vs 91/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 3222272
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 2903
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9602
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 8000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 165Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 92/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 71/100)
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 17 points higher (94/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 71/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 88/100, Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (98/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi K100 Pro Max are nearly equal (94/100 vs 91/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (90/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (95/100 vs 71/100).
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2903 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9602 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 215 g | — | |
| Launch price | $429 | $730 |
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Realme Neo8 and Redmi K100 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Realme Neo8 by 18.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $301. Realme Neo8 was $301 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (98/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi K100 Pro Max are nearly equal (94/100 vs 91/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (90/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (95/100 vs 71/100).
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Realme Neo8 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 94/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 92/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K100 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.