Realme Neo8 vs Redmi Note 4X
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 4X (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625; launch prices were $429 and $160. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 22/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 218,879); the Realme Neo8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 4X doesn't; the Redmi Note 4X is noticeably lighter (165g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Redmi Note 4X
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 218879
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 862
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 14/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Redmi Note 4X better?
- Lighter: 165g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $160 vs $429
- Better portability (74/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Redmi Note 4X, the Realme Neo8 scores 55 points higher (77/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 14/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Redmi Note 4X — 16/100; 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 4X (91/100 vs 14/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 4X (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 4X (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 4X (71/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 4X notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (74/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Redmi Note 4X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 218879 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 189 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 862 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 5.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4100 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 151.0×76.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 165 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $160 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 4X
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 4X
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 4X
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Redmi Note 4X, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Redmi Note 4X by 1372.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $269. Redmi Note 4X was $269 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 4X (91/100 vs 14/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 4X (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 4X (56/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 4X (71/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 4X notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (74/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi Note 4X?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 4X by 55 points (77/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi Note 4X?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi Note 4X — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi Note 4X?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi Note 4X?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 14/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Redmi Note 4X?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.