Realme Neo8 vs Redmi Note 17 4G
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 17 4G (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2; launch prices were $429 and $165. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 46/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7700); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 505,682).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Redmi Note 17 4G
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 505682
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 484
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1558
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7700 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 215g vs 224g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 36/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi Note 17 4G better?
- Cheaper at launch: $165 vs $429
- Overall rating 46/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Redmi Note 17 4G, the Realme Neo8 scores 31 points higher (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 36/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Redmi Note 17 4G — 62/100; 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 17 4G (91/100 vs 36/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (94/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (56/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (47/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Redmi Note 17 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 505682 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 484 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 1558 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.0" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1080x2396 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 7700 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 169.7×79.1×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $165 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 17 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 17 4G
- 7.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2396
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 17 4G
- 7700 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Redmi Note 17 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Redmi Note 17 4G by 537.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $264. Redmi Note 17 4G was $264 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (91/100 vs 36/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (94/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (56/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 63/100).
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 Note 17 4G?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G by 31 points (77/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi Note 17 4G?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi Note 17 4G — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi Note 17 4G?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi Note 17 4G?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 36/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Redmi Note 17 4G?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.