Realme Neo8 vs Redmi R70
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi R70 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8300; launch prices were $429 and $120. 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 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 639,225); the Realme Neo8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi R70 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Redmi R70
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2073
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi R70 better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $429
- Better portability (51/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Redmi R70, the Realme Neo8 scores 38 points higher (77/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Redmi R70 — 60/100; 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 R70 (91/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (71/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi R70 and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Redmi R70 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Unisoc T8300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 639225 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 2073 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi R70
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi R70
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi R70
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Redmi R70, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Redmi R70 by 404.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $309. Redmi R70 was $309 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (91/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (56/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (71/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi R70 and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi R70?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 by 38 points (77/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi R70?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi R70 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi R70?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi R70?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Redmi R70?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.