Realme Neo8 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $429 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 74/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4000); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 2,827,538); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 2827538
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 9100
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $799
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 89/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 2833
- Lighter: 162g vs 215g
- Better camera (77/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Realme Neo8 scores 3 points higher (77/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (71/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (89/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Samsung Galaxy S26 by 14.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $370. Realme Neo8 was $370 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (77/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (71/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (89/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Realme Neo8 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.