Realme Neo8 vs TCL K70
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the TCL K70 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Turbo; launch prices were $429 and $149. 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 575,630); the TCL K70 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
TCL K70
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 575630
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2014
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
What makes TCL K70 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $149 vs $429
- Better portability (62/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the TCL K70, the Realme Neo8 scores 34 points higher (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 44/100). 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 K70 — 60/100; 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 K70 (91/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the TCL K70 (56/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the TCL K70 (71/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL K70 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (62/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | TCL K70 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G100 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 575630 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 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 | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 167.7×79.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $149 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
TCL K70
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
TCL K70
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
TCL K70
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and TCL K70, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads TCL K70 by 459.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $280. TCL K70 was $280 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (91/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the TCL K70 (56/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the TCL K70 (71/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL K70 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (62/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the TCL K70?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 by 34 points (77/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the TCL K70?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the TCL K70 — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the TCL K70?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the TCL K70?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the TCL K70?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.