Realme Neo8 vs Redmi Note 3 Pro
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 3 Pro (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 650; launch prices were $429 and $170. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 18/100 (a 59-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4050); the main camera is 50 MP vs 16 MP; the Realme Neo8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 3 Pro doesn't; the Redmi Note 3 Pro is noticeably lighter (164g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Redmi Note 3 Pro
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 800
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4050 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 3/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Redmi Note 3 Pro better?
- Lighter: 164g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $429
- Better portability (73/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Redmi Note 3 Pro, the Realme Neo8 scores 59 points higher (77/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 3/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 33/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Redmi Note 3 Pro — 4/100; 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 3 Pro (91/100 vs 3/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (56/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (71/100 vs 33/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 3 Pro notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (73/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Redmi Note 3 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 270 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 800 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 5.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4050 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 16GB / 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 150.0×76.0×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 164 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $170 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 3 Pro
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 3 Pro
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 3 Pro
- 4050 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $259. Redmi Note 3 Pro was $259 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (91/100 vs 3/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (56/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (71/100 vs 33/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 3 Pro notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (73/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi Note 3 Pro?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro by 59 points (77/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi Note 3 Pro?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi Note 3 Pro — 18/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi Note 3 Pro?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi Note 3 Pro?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 3/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Redmi Note 3 Pro?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.