Realme Neo8 vs Sharp Aquos R9
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Sharp Aquos R9 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3; 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 5000); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 1,660,924); the Sharp Aquos R9 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Sharp Aquos R9
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 1660924
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1860
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 5045
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $599
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 74/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
What makes Sharp Aquos R9 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 240Hz vs 165Hz
- Lighter: 195g vs 215g
- Better camera (60/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Sharp Aquos R9, the Realme Neo8 scores 9 points higher (77/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Sharp Aquos R9 — 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 notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (91/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Sharp Aquos R9 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (60/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (71/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 is a bit better (52/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Sharp Aquos R9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 1660924 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 1860 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 5045 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 240 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 156.0×75.0×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Sharp Aquos R9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Sharp Aquos R9
- 6.5" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 240 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Sharp Aquos R9
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Sharp Aquos R9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Sharp Aquos R9 by 94.0% 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 notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (91/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Sharp Aquos R9 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (60/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (71/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 is a bit better (52/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Realme Neo8 edges out the Sharp Aquos R9 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Sharp Aquos R9 — 68/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Sharp Aquos R9 is a better fit for active users.