Realme Neo8 vs Vivo iQOO Z8x
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO Z8x (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 50/100 (a 27-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 737,054); the Realme Neo8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z8x doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z8x is noticeably lighter (200g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Vivo iQOO Z8x
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 737054
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2700
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z8x better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 215g
- Better portability (48/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Vivo iQOO Z8x, the Realme Neo8 scores 27 points higher (77/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z8x (91/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z8x (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z8x (56/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z8x and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Vivo iQOO Z8x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 737054 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 930 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 2700 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1080x2388 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, OriginOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 164.6×75.8×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Z8x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z8x
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z8x
- 6000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Vivo iQOO Z8x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Vivo iQOO Z8x by 337.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z8x
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z8x (91/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z8x (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z8x (56/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z8x 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 Z8x?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z8x by 27 points (77/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Vivo iQOO Z8x?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Vivo iQOO Z8x — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo iQOO Z8x?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo iQOO Z8x?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Vivo iQOO Z8x?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.