Realme Neo8 vs Vivo S18e
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Vivo S18e (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 66/100 vs 31/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4800); the Vivo S18e is noticeably lighter (193g vs 215g).
Realme Neo8
Vivo S18e
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4800 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (51/100 vs 27/100)
- Longer battery life (69/100 vs 46/100)
- Lighter: 193g vs 215g
- Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 31/100)
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Vivo S18e, the Realme Neo8 scores 35 points higher (66/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (51/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (69/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (71/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (51/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (69/100 vs 46/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo S18e notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (58/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Vivo S18e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2903 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9602 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16, Realme UI 7.0 | Android 14, OriginOS 4 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 162.4×74.9×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 193 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo S18e
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo S18e
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo S18e
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (71/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (51/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (69/100 vs 46/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo S18e notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (58/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo S18e?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e by 35 points (66/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Vivo S18e?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo S18e — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo S18e?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (51/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo S18e?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (71/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Vivo S18e?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo S18e is a better fit for everyday use.