Realme Neo8 vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Vivo X500 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 77/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7000); the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 3,222,272).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Overall rating 77/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 3222272
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 9119
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 71/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 15 points higher (92/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (87/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 71/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 215 g | — | |
| Launch price | $429 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Realme Neo8 by 33.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo X500 Pro Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (87/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 71/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Realme Neo8 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.