Realme Neo8 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $429 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 77/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 3,222,272).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Lighter: 215g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $499
- Better portability (47/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 3222272
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9119
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 71/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 94/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 5 points higher (82/100 vs 77/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 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 15T is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (65/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (47/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 215 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Realme Neo8 by 31.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $70. Realme Neo8 was $70 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (65/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (47/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T edges out the Realme Neo8 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.