Realme Neo8 vs Redmi K80
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi K80 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $429 and $345. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 67/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6550); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 2,277,927).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Redmi K80
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 2277927
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6550 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
What makes Redmi K80 better?
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Lighter: 213g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $345 vs $429
- Better portability (50/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Redmi K80, the Realme Neo8 scores 10 points higher (77/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Redmi K80 — 68/100; 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 is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi K80 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi K80 are nearly equal (71/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K80 and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Redmi K80 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 2277927 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 6550 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | 160.3×75.0×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $345 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K80
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi K80
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K80
- 6550 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Redmi K80, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Redmi K80 by 41.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $84. Redmi K80 was $84 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi K80 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 (56/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi K80 are nearly equal (71/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K80 and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi K80?
The Realme Neo8 is noticeably better than the Redmi K80 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi K80?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi K80 — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi K80?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi K80?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Redmi K80?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K80 is a better fit for gamers and power users.