Realme Neo8 vs Redmi Note 9S
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 9S (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G; launch prices were $429 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 39/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 517,460); the Realme Neo8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 9S doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Redmi Note 9S
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
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Redmi Note 9S better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $429
- Overall rating 39/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Redmi Note 9S, the Realme Neo8 scores 38 points higher (77/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Redmi Note 9S — 38/100; 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 9S (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (94/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (56/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (71/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi Note 9S are nearly equal (47/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Redmi Note 9S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5020 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 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 | Android 10 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 450 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 9S
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 9S
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 9S
- 5020 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Redmi Note 9S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Redmi Note 9S by 522.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $229. Redmi Note 9S was $229 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (91/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (94/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (56/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (71/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi Note 9S are nearly equal (47/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi Note 9S?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S by 38 points (77/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi Note 9S?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi Note 9S — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi Note 9S?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi Note 9S?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Redmi Note 9S?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.