Realme Neo8 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $429 and $1999. 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 4800); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 2,814,251).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 2814251
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $1999
- Better camera (56/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9119
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 91/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Realme Neo8 scores 7 points higher (77/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 48/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (93/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (71/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (47/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 2814251 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 215 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by 14.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1570. Realme Neo8 was $1570 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (93/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (71/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (47/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Realme Neo8 edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 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 Z Fold8?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.