Realme Neo8 vs Samsung Galaxy J5 2017
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7870; launch prices were $429 and $280. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 21/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 192,269); the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Samsung Galaxy J5 2017
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 192269
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 172
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 492
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $280 vs $429
- Better portability (84/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017, the Realme Neo8 scores 56 points higher (77/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 — 0/100; 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 J5 2017 (91/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 (56/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 (71/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (84/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Samsung Exynos 7870 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 192269 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 172 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 492 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 5.2" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 3000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 16GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 146.2×71.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 160 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $280 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy J5 2017
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy J5 2017
- 5.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy J5 2017
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Samsung Galaxy J5 2017, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 by 1575.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $149. Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 was $149 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 (91/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 (94/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 (56/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 (71/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (84/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 by 56 points (77/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 — 21/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.