Realme Neo8 vs Samsung Galaxy M06
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy M06 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 40/100 (a 37-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 528,398); the Realme Neo8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy M06 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy M06 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Samsung Galaxy M06
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M06 better?
- Lighter: 191g vs 215g
- Better portability (64/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Samsung Galaxy M06, the Realme Neo8 scores 37 points higher (77/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M06 (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M06 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M06 (56/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M06 (71/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M06 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (64/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Samsung Galaxy M06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" PLS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI Core 7.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 167.4×77.4×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy M06
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M06
- 6.7" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M06
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Samsung Galaxy M06, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Samsung Galaxy M06 by 509.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy M06
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M06 (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M06 (94/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M06 (56/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M06 (71/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M06 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (64/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy M06?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M06 by 37 points (77/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Samsung Galaxy M06?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Samsung Galaxy M06 — 40/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy M06?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy M06?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Samsung Galaxy M06?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.