Realme Neo8 vs Samsung Galaxy A23
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy A23 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680; launch prices were $429 and $219. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 38/100 (a 39-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 424,216); the Samsung Galaxy A23 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Samsung Galaxy A23
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1423
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A23 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $429
- Better portability (57/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Samsung Galaxy A23, the Realme Neo8 scores 39 points higher (77/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy A23 — 32/100; 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 A23 (91/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (56/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (71/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A23 is a bit better (57/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Samsung Galaxy A23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 424216 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 412 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 1423 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2408x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 164.5×76.9×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $219 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A23
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A23
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Samsung Galaxy A23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Samsung Galaxy A23 by 659.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $210. Samsung Galaxy A23 was $210 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (91/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (56/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (71/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A23 is a bit better (57/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy A23?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 by 39 points (77/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Samsung Galaxy A23?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Samsung Galaxy A23 — 38/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy A23?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy A23?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Samsung Galaxy A23?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.