Realme Neo8 vs TCL P80 5G
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the TCL P80 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Elite; launch prices were $429 and $229. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 55/100 (a 22-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 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
TCL P80 5G
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
What makes TCL P80 5G better?
- Cheaper at launch: $229 vs $429
- Overall rating 55/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the TCL P80 5G, the Realme Neo8 scores 22 points higher (77/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, TCL P80 5G — 64/100; 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 P80 5G (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the TCL P80 5G (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the TCL P80 5G (71/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | TCL P80 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 879714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1280x2766 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 215 g | — | |
| Launch price | $429 | $229 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
TCL P80 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
TCL P80 5G
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2766
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
TCL P80 5G
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and TCL P80 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads TCL P80 5G by 266.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. TCL P80 5G was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the TCL P80 5G (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the TCL P80 5G (56/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the TCL P80 5G (71/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the TCL P80 5G?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the TCL P80 5G by 22 points (77/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the TCL P80 5G?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the TCL P80 5G — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the TCL P80 5G?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the TCL P80 5G?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the TCL P80 5G?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.