Realme Neo8 vs Redmi K50
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi K50 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100; launch prices were $429 and $310. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 58/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 1,092,605).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Redmi K50
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 1092605
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1139
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 3842
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 59/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
What makes Redmi K50 better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $310 vs $429
- Better portability (53/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Redmi K50, the Realme Neo8 scores 19 points higher (77/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 59/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Redmi K50 — 54/100; 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 notably outperforms the Redmi K50 (91/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi K50 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi K50 (56/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K50 is a bit better (53/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Redmi K50 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 8100 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 1092605 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 1139 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 3842 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 163.1×76.2×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $310 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K50
- Main: 48MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi K50
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K50
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Redmi K50, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Redmi K50 by 194.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $119. Redmi K50 was $119 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi K50 (91/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi K50 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi K50 (56/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 59/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K50 is a bit better (53/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi K50?
The Realme Neo8 is noticeably better than the Redmi K50 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi K50?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi K50 — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi K50?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi K50?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Redmi K50?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K50 is a better fit for active users.