Realme Neo8 vs Tecno Pova 7 4G
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Tecno Pova 7 4G (2025) runs on the Helio G100 Ultimate; launch prices were $429 and $175. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 49/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 575,630); the Realme Neo8 is thinner (8.3mm vs 9.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Tecno Pova 7 4G
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 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 24/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 4G better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $429
- Overall rating 49/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Tecno Pova 7 4G, the Realme Neo8 scores 28 points higher (77/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Tecno Pova 7 4G — 66/100; 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 7 4G (91/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 4G (56/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 4G (47/100 vs 24/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Tecno Pova 7 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Helio G100 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 575630 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 168.6×76.6×9.3 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | — | |
| Launch price | $429 | $175 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Pova 7 4G
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 4G
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 4G
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Tecno Pova 7 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Tecno Pova 7 4G by 459.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $254. Tecno Pova 7 4G was $254 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 4G (91/100 vs 44/100).
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 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 4G (56/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 4G (47/100 vs 24/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Tecno Pova 7 4G?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 4G by 28 points (77/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Tecno Pova 7 4G?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Tecno Pova 7 4G — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Tecno Pova 7 4G?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Tecno Pova 7 4G?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Tecno Pova 7 4G?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.