Realme Neo8 vs Tecno Camon 40 Premier
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350; launch prices were $429 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 73/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5100); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 1,724,757); the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is noticeably lighter (193g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 1724757
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 4313
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 70W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $450
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Tecno Camon 40 Premier better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 215g
- Better camera (81/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Tecno Camon 40 Premier, the Realme Neo8 scores 4 points higher (77/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads (81/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Tecno Camon 40 Premier — 70/100; 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 Tecno Camon 40 Premier (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (81/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (71/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (66/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Tecno Camon 40 Premier | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 8350 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 1724757 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5100 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 70W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 161.0×75.0×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Tecno Camon 40 Premier, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Tecno Camon 40 Premier by 86.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $21. Realme Neo8 was $21 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (91/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (81/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (71/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (66/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Realme Neo8 edges out the Tecno Camon 40 Premier by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads on camera score (81/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.