Realme Neo8 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $429 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 77/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7000); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 3,222,272).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $599
- Overall rating 77/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 3222272
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 9119
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 71/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 94/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 9 points higher (86/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 71/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100; 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 Vivo iQOO 15 and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (78/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (85/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Realme Neo8 by 14.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $170. Realme Neo8 was $170 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (78/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (85/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 edges out the Realme Neo8 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.