Realme Neo8 vs Vivo X21i
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Vivo X21i (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio P60. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 30/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3425); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 314,537); the Realme Neo8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo X21i doesn't; the Vivo X21i is noticeably lighter (159g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Vivo X21i
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 314537
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 341
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 779
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3425 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 20/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 15/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Vivo X21i better?
- Lighter: 159g vs 215g
- Better portability (94/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Vivo X21i, the Realme Neo8 scores 47 points higher (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (91/100 vs 20/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (56/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (71/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X21i significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (94/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Vivo X21i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio P60 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 314537 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 341 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 779 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1080x2280 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 3425 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 24 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 8.1 (Oreo); Funtouch 4 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 154.4×75.0×7.0 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 159 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X21i
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 24MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo X21i
- 6.3" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2280
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X21i
- 3425 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Vivo X21i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Vivo X21i by 924.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo X21i
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (91/100 vs 20/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (56/100 vs 15/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (71/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X21i significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (94/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo X21i?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i by 47 points (77/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Vivo X21i?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Vivo X21i — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo X21i?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 15/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo X21i?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Vivo X21i?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.