Realme Neo8 vs Redmi Note 15 Pro+
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4; launch prices were $429 and $370. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 61/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 975,892); the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ is noticeably lighter (192g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Redmi Note 15 Pro+
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 975892
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1223
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 3168
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
What makes Redmi Note 15 Pro+ better?
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $429
- Better portability (62/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Redmi Note 15 Pro+, the Realme Neo8 scores 16 points higher (77/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 59/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Redmi Note 15 Pro+ — 54/100; 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 15 Pro+ (91/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ are nearly equal (71/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (62/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Redmi Note 15 Pro+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 975892 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 1223 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 3168 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2700x1224 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| 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 | 163.3×78.3×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $370 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 15 Pro+
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 15 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2700x1224
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 15 Pro+
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Redmi Note 15 Pro+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Redmi Note 15 Pro+ by 230.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $59. Redmi Note 15 Pro+ was $59 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ (91/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ are nearly equal (71/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (62/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi Note 15 Pro+?
The Realme Neo8 is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi Note 15 Pro+?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ — 61/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi Note 15 Pro+?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi Note 15 Pro+?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Redmi Note 15 Pro+?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.