Realme Neo8 vs Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $429 and $1199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 70/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 1,684,869); the Realme Neo8 is noticeably lighter (215g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 1684869
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 215g vs 234g
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $1199
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 88/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (73/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, the Realme Neo8 scores 7 points higher (77/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads (73/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra — 50/100; 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (73/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (71/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (47/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 1684869 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1440x3088 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 163.4×78.1×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 234 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $1199 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3088
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra by 91.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $770. Realme Neo8 was $770 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (91/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (73/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (71/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (47/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Realme Neo8 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads on camera score (73/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a better fit for active users.