Realme Neo8 vs Vivo X300
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Vivo X300 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300; launch prices were $429 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 leads — 79/100 vs 77/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 3,037,992).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Vivo X300
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 3037992
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 2186
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 7422
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $499
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 86/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 69/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Vivo X300 better?
- Lighter: 206g vs 215g
- Better camera (78/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Vivo X300, the Vivo X300 scores 2 points higher (79/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 leads (78/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Vivo X300 — 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 is a bit better (91/100 vs 86/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (78/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Vivo X300 are nearly equal (71/100 vs 69/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300 is a bit better (55/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Vivo X300 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 3037992 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 2186 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 7422 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 150.6×71.9×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X300
- Main: 50MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo X300
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Vivo X300, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Vivo X300 by 6.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $70. Realme Neo8 was $70 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (91/100 vs 86/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (78/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Vivo X300 are nearly equal (71/100 vs 69/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300 is a bit better (55/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo X300?
The Vivo X300 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 X300?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Vivo X300 — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo X300?
The Vivo X300 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo X300?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 86/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Vivo X300?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X300 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.