Realme Neo8 vs Xiaomi 15 Pro
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 15 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $429 and $771. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 77/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6100); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 2,995,695).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Xiaomi 15 Pro
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 2995695
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 2798
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6100 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $771
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10104 vs 9119
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Lighter: 213g vs 215g
- Better camera (78/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 71/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Xiaomi 15 Pro, the Xiaomi 15 Pro scores 6 points higher (83/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (78/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Xiaomi 15 Pro — 80/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 91/100. In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Xiaomi 15 Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (78/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (80/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Xiaomi 15 Pro are nearly equal (47/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Xiaomi 15 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 2995695 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 2798 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 10104 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 6100 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 161.3×75.3×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $771 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Xiaomi 15 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Xiaomi 15 Pro by 7.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $342. Realme Neo8 was $342 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 91/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Xiaomi 15 Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (78/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (80/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Xiaomi 15 Pro are nearly equal (47/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro edges out the Realme Neo8 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Xiaomi 15 Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro leads on camera score (78/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 15 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.