Realme Neo8 vs Samsung Galaxy A52
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy A52 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G; launch prices were $429 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 46/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 517,460); the Samsung Galaxy A52 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Samsung Galaxy A52
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 45/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A52 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $429
- Better portability (61/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Samsung Galaxy A52, the Realme Neo8 scores 31 points higher (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy A52 — 20/100; 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 A52 (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (94/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (71/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 is a bit better (61/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Samsung Galaxy A52 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 517460 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 159.9×75.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $400 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A52
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A52
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A52
- 4500 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Samsung Galaxy A52, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Samsung Galaxy A52 by 522.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $29. Samsung Galaxy A52 was $29 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (91/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (94/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (71/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 is a bit better (61/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 by 31 points (77/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Samsung Galaxy A52 — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.