Realme Neo8 vs Redmi Note 12
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $429 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 39/100 (a 38-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 476,175); the Redmi Note 12 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Redmi Note 12
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $429
- Better portability (70/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Redmi Note 12, the Realme Neo8 scores 38 points higher (77/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Redmi Note 12 — 38/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (91/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (56/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (71/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (70/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Redmi Note 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 33W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 165.7×76.0×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Redmi Note 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Redmi Note 12 by 576.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $229. Redmi Note 12 was $229 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (91/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (56/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (71/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (70/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 38 points (77/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi Note 12 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.