Realme Neo8 vs Vivo S50 Pro mini
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Vivo S50 Pro mini (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $429 and $485. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads — 79/100 vs 77/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6500); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 2,974,201); the Vivo S50 Pro mini is noticeably lighter (191g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Vivo S50 Pro mini
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 2974201
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $485
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 90/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Vivo S50 Pro mini better?
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Lighter: 191g vs 215g
- Better camera (64/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 71/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Vivo S50 Pro mini, the Vivo S50 Pro mini scores 2 points higher (79/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (81/100 vs 71/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Vivo S50 Pro mini — 80/100; 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 and the Vivo S50 Pro mini are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini is a bit better (64/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini is a bit better (81/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (64/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Vivo S50 Pro mini | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 2974201 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 150.8×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $485 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Vivo S50 Pro mini, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Vivo S50 Pro mini by 8.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $56. Realme Neo8 was $56 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Vivo S50 Pro mini are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini is a bit better (64/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini is a bit better (81/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (64/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini edges out the Realme Neo8 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Vivo S50 Pro mini — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini leads on camera score (64/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo S50 Pro mini is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.