Realme Neo8 vs TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $429 and $199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 43/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5200); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 528,398); the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper is noticeably lighter (190g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
What makes TCL 60 SE NxtPaper better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $429
- Better portability (63/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper, the Realme Neo8 scores 34 points higher (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, TCL 60 SE NxtPaper — 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 Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (56/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (71/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (63/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | TCL 60 SE NxtPaper | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 550 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 165.6×76.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $199 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and TCL 60 SE NxtPaper, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads TCL 60 SE NxtPaper by 509.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $230. TCL 60 SE NxtPaper was $230 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (56/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (71/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (63/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper by 34 points (77/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.