Realme Neo8 vs Redmi K70
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi K70 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $429 and $320. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 64/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 1,757,044).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Redmi K70
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
What makes Redmi K70 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 80W
- Lighter: 209g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $320 vs $429
- Better portability (51/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Redmi K70, the Realme Neo8 scores 13 points higher (77/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Redmi K70 — 64/100; 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 K70 (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi K70 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (56/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K70 and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Redmi K70 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 160.9×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $320 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K70
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi K70
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K70
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Redmi K70, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Redmi K70 by 83.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $109. Redmi K70 was $109 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (91/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi K70 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (56/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K70 and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi K70?
The Realme Neo8 is noticeably better than the Redmi K70 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi K70?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi K70 — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi K70?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi K70?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Redmi K70?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K70 is a better fit for active users.