Realme Neo8 vs Vivo T5x
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Vivo T5x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo; launch prices were $429 and $225. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 53/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7200); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 953,150); the Realme Neo8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo T5x doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Vivo T5x
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 3185
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7200 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 215g vs 219g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo T5x better?
- Cheaper at launch: $225 vs $429
- Overall rating 53/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Vivo T5x, the Realme Neo8 scores 24 points higher (77/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Vivo T5x — 62/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Vivo T5x (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (94/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Vivo T5x are nearly equal (47/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Vivo T5x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 953150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1080x2344 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 7200 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16, OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $225 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo T5x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo T5x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo T5x
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Vivo T5x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Vivo T5x by 238.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $204. Vivo T5x was $204 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Vivo T5x (91/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (94/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (56/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Vivo T5x are nearly equal (47/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo T5x?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Vivo T5x by 24 points (77/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Vivo T5x?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Vivo T5x — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo T5x?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo T5x?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Vivo T5x?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.