Realme Neo8 vs Samsung Galaxy A08 4G
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99; launch prices were $429 and $175. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 42/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6000); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 554,590); the Realme Neo8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G is noticeably lighter (197g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Samsung Galaxy A08 4G
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A08 4G better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $429
- Better portability (61/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G, the Realme Neo8 scores 35 points higher (77/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy A08 4G — 52/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy A08 4G (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G (56/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G (71/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G is a bit better (61/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Samsung Galaxy A08 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 554590 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 2047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" PLS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 167.4×77.4×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $175 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A08 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A08 4G
- 6.7" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A08 4G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Samsung Galaxy A08 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Samsung Galaxy A08 4G by 481.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $254. Samsung Galaxy A08 4G was $254 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G (94/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G (56/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G (71/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G is a bit better (61/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G by 35 points (77/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G — 42/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.