Realme Neo8 vs Tecno Pova 7
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Tecno Pova 7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate; launch prices were $429 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 53/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6000); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Tecno Pova 7
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2918
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 76/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 better?
- Lighter: 207g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $429
- Overall rating 53/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Tecno Pova 7, the Realme Neo8 scores 24 points higher (77/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Tecno Pova 7 — 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 (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 (94/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 (56/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Tecno Pova 7 are nearly equal (71/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Tecno Pova 7 are nearly equal (47/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Tecno Pova 7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 879714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 1001 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 2918 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 167.3×75.6×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Pova 7
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Tecno Pova 7
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Tecno Pova 7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Tecno Pova 7 by 266.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $229. Tecno Pova 7 was $229 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 (94/100 vs 76/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 (56/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Tecno Pova 7 are nearly equal (71/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Tecno Pova 7 are nearly equal (47/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Tecno Pova 7?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 by 24 points (77/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Tecno Pova 7?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Tecno Pova 7 — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Tecno Pova 7?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Tecno Pova 7?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Tecno Pova 7?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.