Realme Neo8 vs Vivo X300s
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $429 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 77/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 3,222,272).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Vivo X300s
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7100 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Lighter: 215g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $723
- Better portability (47/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 3222272
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9119
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 71/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 12 points higher (89/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 71/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Vivo X300s — 92/100; 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 Vivo X300s and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (95/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (94/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (83/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (47/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 215 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Realme Neo8 by 13.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $294. Realme Neo8 was $294 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (95/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (94/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (83/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (47/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s is noticeably better than the Realme Neo8 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Vivo X300s?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Vivo X300s?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.