Realme Neo8 vs Vivo Y500i
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Vivo Y500i (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2; launch prices were $429 and $180. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 45/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7200); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 568,395).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Vivo Y500i
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 568395
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2115
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7200 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 215g vs 219g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo Y500i better?
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $429
- Overall rating 45/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Vivo Y500i, the Realme Neo8 scores 32 points higher (77/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Vivo Y500i — 56/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Vivo Y500i (56/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Vivo Y500i are nearly equal (47/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Vivo Y500i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 568395 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 915 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 2115 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 7200 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $180 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo Y500i
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo Y500i
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y500i
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Vivo Y500i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Vivo Y500i by 466.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $249. Vivo Y500i was $249 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i (91/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Vivo Y500i (56/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Vivo Y500i are nearly equal (47/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo Y500i?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i by 32 points (77/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Vivo Y500i?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Vivo Y500i — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo Y500i?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Vivo Y500i?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Vivo Y500i?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.