Realme Neo8 vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 75/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 8000); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 3,119,308).
Realme Neo8
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 3119308
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9602 vs 9494
- Lighter: 215g vs 227g
- Better camera (56/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 40/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 2903
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 8000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 71/100)
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Realme Neo8 scores 2 points higher (77/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 92/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (92/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (47/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Redmi K90 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2903 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9602 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 8550 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 | |
| OS | Android 16, Realme UI 7.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 227 g | |
| Price | — | $420 |
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Realme Neo8 and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Redmi K90 Ultra by 3.3% in our overall performance rating.
Realme Neo8
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 92/100.
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 K90 Ultra (56/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (92/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (47/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Realme Neo8 edges out the Redmi K90 Ultra by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.