Realme Neo8 vs Samsung Galaxy A21s
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy A21s (2020) runs on the Exynos 850; launch prices were $429 and $215. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 29/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 234,339); the Samsung Galaxy A21s is noticeably lighter (192g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Samsung Galaxy A21s
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 234339
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 836
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 16/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A21s better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $215 vs $429
- Better portability (55/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Samsung Galaxy A21s, the Realme Neo8 scores 48 points higher (77/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 16/100). 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 A21s — 16/100; 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 A21s (91/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (56/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (71/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s is a bit better (55/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Samsung Galaxy A21s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Exynos 850 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 234339 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 836 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 163.7×75.3×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $215 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Samsung Galaxy A21s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Samsung Galaxy A21s by 1275.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $214. Samsung Galaxy A21s was $214 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (91/100 vs 16/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (56/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (71/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s is a bit better (55/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s by 48 points (77/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Samsung Galaxy A21s — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.