Realme Neo8 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $429 and $1799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 65/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4400); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 1,818,396); the Realme Neo8 is noticeably lighter (215g vs 253g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 1818396
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 215g vs 253g
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $1799
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 better?
- Better camera (63/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5, the Realme Neo8 scores 12 points higher (77/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — 38/100; 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 Fold5 (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (94/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (71/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a bit better (52/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 1818396 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2176x1812 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 128 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IPX8 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 154.9×129.9×6.1 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 253 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $1799 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2176x1812
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by 77.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1370. Realme Neo8 was $1370 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (91/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (94/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (71/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a bit better (52/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Realme Neo8 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads on camera score (63/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a better fit for active users.