Realme Neo8 vs Redmi K20 Pro
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi K20 Pro (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855; launch prices were $429 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 46/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 824,513); the Redmi K20 Pro is noticeably lighter (191g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Redmi K20 Pro
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Redmi K20 Pro better?
- Lighter: 191g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $429
- Better portability (56/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Redmi K20 Pro, the Realme Neo8 scores 31 points higher (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Redmi K20 Pro — 26/100; 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 K20 Pro (91/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (94/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (56/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (71/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K20 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Redmi K20 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 2731 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 27W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 156.7×74.3×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K20 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi K20 Pro
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K20 Pro
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Redmi K20 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Redmi K20 Pro by 290.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $79. Redmi K20 Pro was $79 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (91/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (94/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (56/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (71/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K20 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi K20 Pro?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro by 31 points (77/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi K20 Pro?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi K20 Pro — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi K20 Pro?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi K20 Pro?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Redmi K20 Pro?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.