Realme Neo8 vs Tecno Pova 6
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Tecno Pova 6 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultimate; launch prices were $429 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 51/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 6 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Tecno Pova 6
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1890
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 70W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 38/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 6 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 195g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $429
- Better portability (63/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Tecno Pova 6, the Realme Neo8 scores 26 points higher (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Tecno Pova 6 — 62/100; 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 Tecno Pova 6 (91/100 vs 38/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 6 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (63/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Tecno Pova 6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G99 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 1890 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 70W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, HIOS 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 166.2×76.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Pova 6
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Tecno Pova 6
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 6
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $229. Tecno Pova 6 was $229 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (91/100 vs 38/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 6 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (63/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Tecno Pova 6?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 by 26 points (77/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Tecno Pova 6?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Tecno Pova 6 — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Tecno Pova 6?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Tecno Pova 6?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 38/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Tecno Pova 6?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.