Realme Neo8 vs Samsung Galaxy A15
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy A15 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99; launch prices were $429 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 48/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 554,590); the Samsung Galaxy A15 is noticeably lighter (200g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Samsung Galaxy A15
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 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A15 better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $429
- Better portability (60/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Samsung Galaxy A15, the Realme Neo8 scores 29 points higher (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy A15 — 56/100; 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 A15 (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (94/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (56/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 is a bit better (60/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Samsung Galaxy A15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 554590 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 2047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 215 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A15
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A15
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A15
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Samsung Galaxy A15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Samsung Galaxy A15 by 481.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $229. Samsung Galaxy A15 was $229 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (94/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (56/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 is a bit better (60/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy A15?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 by 29 points (77/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Samsung Galaxy A15?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Samsung Galaxy A15 — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy A15?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy A15?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Samsung Galaxy A15?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.