Realme Neo8 vs Tecno Pova 7 Neo
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate; launch prices were $429 and $140. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 48/100 (a 29-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 561,891).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 561891
- 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 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Neo better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 210g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $140 vs $429
- Better portability (49/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Tecno Pova 7 Neo, the Realme Neo8 scores 29 points higher (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 72/100; 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 Neo (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (56/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 71/100. In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (49/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Tecno Pova 7 Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 561891 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 90 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 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 215 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $140 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Tecno Pova 7 Neo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Tecno Pova 7 Neo by 473.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $289. Tecno Pova 7 Neo was $289 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (56/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 71/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (49/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo by 29 points (77/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.