Realme Neo8 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2400; launch prices were $429 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 68/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4700); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 2,000,659); the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is noticeably lighter (190g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 2000659
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 2115
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 6826
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $599
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 80/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 FE better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 215g
- Better portability (71/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE, the Realme Neo8 scores 9 points higher (77/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 80/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 FE — 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 is a bit better (91/100 vs 80/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 56/100. In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (71/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (71/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Samsung Galaxy S25 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Samsung Exynos 2400 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 2000659 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 2115 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 6826 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4700 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 118 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 161.3×76.6×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Samsung Galaxy S25 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Samsung Galaxy S25 FE by 61.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $170. Realme Neo8 was $170 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (91/100 vs 80/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 56/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (71/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (71/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Realme Neo8 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE — 68/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 80/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is a better fit for gamers and power users.