Realme Neo8 vs Redmi K30
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi K30 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G; launch prices were $429 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 45/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 533,630).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Redmi K30
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 533630
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 697
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1809
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 27W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Redmi K30 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 208g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $429
- Overall rating 45/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Redmi K30, the Realme Neo8 scores 32 points higher (77/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Redmi K30 — 40/100; 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 K30 (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi K30 (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (71/100 vs 40/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi K30 are nearly equal (47/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Redmi K30 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 533630 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 697 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 1809 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 27W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 10 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 165.3×76.6×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 208 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K30
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi K30
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K30
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Redmi K30, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Redmi K30 by 503.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $179. Redmi K30 was $179 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (91/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi K30 (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 (71/100 vs 40/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi K30 are nearly equal (47/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi K30?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 by 32 points (77/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi K30?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi K30 — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi K30?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi K30?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Redmi K30?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.