Realme Neo8 vs Xiaomi 12T Pro
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 12T Pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1; launch prices were $429 and $600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 68/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 1,469,638).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Xiaomi 12T Pro
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 1469638
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $600
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12T Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 205g vs 215g
- Better camera (64/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Xiaomi 12T Pro, the Realme Neo8 scores 9 points higher (77/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 71/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Xiaomi 12T Pro — 50/100; 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 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Xiaomi 12T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 1469638 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 4688 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 120W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 129 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 163.1×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $600 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Xiaomi 12T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Xiaomi 12T Pro by 119.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $171. Realme Neo8 was $171 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (91/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Realme Neo8 edges out the Xiaomi 12T Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Xiaomi 12T Pro — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Xiaomi 12T Pro leads on camera score (64/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 12T Pro is a better fit for active users.