Realme Neo8 vs Vivo X500
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $429 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 77/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7500); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 3,222,272).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Vivo X500
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $820
- Overall rating 77/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 3222272
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 9119
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Lighter: 211g vs 215g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 71/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 12 points higher (89/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 71/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Vivo X500 — 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 X500 is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (87/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Realme Neo8 by 18.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $391. Realme Neo8 was $391 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (96/100 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 significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (87/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 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 X500?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Vivo X500?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.