Realme Neo8 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888; launch prices were $429 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 47/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 1,135,878); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3300 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $999
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 215g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3, the Realme Neo8 scores 30 points higher (77/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 — 4/100; 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 Z Flip3 (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (56/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (71/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (76/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2640x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 3300 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 15W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 10W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 215 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2640x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 10W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 by 183.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $570. Realme Neo8 was $570 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (91/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (56/100 vs 16/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (71/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (76/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 by 30 points (77/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 16/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is a better fit for active users.