Realme Neo8 vs TCL 605
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the TCL 605 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81; launch prices were $429 and $169. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 36/100 (a 41-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 358,608); the TCL 605 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
TCL 605
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
What makes TCL 605 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $169 vs $429
- Better portability (62/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the TCL 605, the Realme Neo8 scores 41 points higher (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, TCL 605 — 42/100; 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 605 (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the TCL 605 (56/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the TCL 605 (71/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 605 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (62/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | TCL 605 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 358608 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 480 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 165.6×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $169 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
TCL 605
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
TCL 605
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
TCL 605
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and TCL 605, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads TCL 605 by 798.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $260. TCL 605 was $260 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (91/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the TCL 605 (94/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the TCL 605 (56/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the TCL 605 (71/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 605 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (62/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the TCL 605?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the TCL 605 by 41 points (77/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the TCL 605?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the TCL 605 — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the TCL 605?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the TCL 605?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the TCL 605?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.