Realme Neo8 vs Tecno Spark 40 Pro
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100; launch prices were $429 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 46/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 575,630); the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is noticeably lighter (195g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
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 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 70/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 Pro better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $429
- Better portability (76/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Tecno Spark 40 Pro, the Realme Neo8 scores 31 points higher (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 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 Spark 40 Pro (91/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (94/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (56/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (71/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (76/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Tecno Spark 40 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G100 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 575630 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1224x2720 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, HIOS 15.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 163.7×75.9×6.7 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $150 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Tecno Spark 40 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Tecno Spark 40 Pro by 459.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $279. Tecno Spark 40 Pro was $279 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (91/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (94/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (56/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (71/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (76/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro by 31 points (77/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.