Realme Neo8 vs Redmi Note 9 Pro
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 9 Pro (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G; launch prices were $429 and $270. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 41/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 517,460).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Redmi Note 9 Pro
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5020 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Note 9 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 209g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $270 vs $429
- Overall rating 41/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Redmi Note 9 Pro, the Realme Neo8 scores 36 points higher (77/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Redmi Note 9 Pro — 28/100; 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 9 Pro (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (71/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi Note 9 Pro are nearly equal (47/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Redmi Note 9 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 517460 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5020 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $270 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- 5020 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Redmi Note 9 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Redmi Note 9 Pro by 522.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $159. Redmi Note 9 Pro was $159 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (91/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (56/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (71/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi Note 9 Pro are nearly equal (47/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi Note 9 Pro?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro by 36 points (77/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi Note 9 Pro?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi Note 9 Pro — 41/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi Note 9 Pro?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi Note 9 Pro?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Redmi Note 9 Pro?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.