Realme Neo8 vs Redmi Note 17 Pro
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 17 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4; launch prices were $429 and $230. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 56/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 Pro has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 8000); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 876,983).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Redmi Note 17 Pro
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 876983
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1009
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2892
- Faster charging: 80W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 215g vs 226g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Redmi Note 17 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 8000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $429
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 71/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Redmi Note 17 Pro, the Realme Neo8 scores 21 points higher (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 33/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Redmi Note 17 Pro — 66/100; 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 Pro (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (56/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (73/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (47/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Redmi Note 17 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 876983 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 1009 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 2892 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68/IP69K | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 163.5×78.3×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $230 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Redmi Note 17 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Redmi Note 17 Pro by 267.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $199. Redmi Note 17 Pro was $199 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (56/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (73/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (47/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro by 21 points (77/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi Note 17 Pro — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.