Realme Neo8 vs Redmi K80 Ultra
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+; launch prices were $429 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 73/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7410); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 2,874,956).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Redmi K80 Ultra
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 2874956
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 2729
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 8430
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7410 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Lighter: 215g vs 219g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $429
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 71/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Redmi K80 Ultra, the Realme Neo8 scores 4 points higher (77/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 71/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Redmi K80 Ultra — 80/100; 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 and the Redmi K80 Ultra are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (86/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (47/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Redmi K80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 2874956 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 2729 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 8430 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 7410 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 215 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Redmi K80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Redmi K80 Ultra by 12.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $79. Redmi K80 Ultra was $79 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi K80 Ultra are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (56/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (86/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (47/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Realme Neo8 edges out the Redmi K80 Ultra by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.