Realme Neo8 vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $429 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 77/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6000); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 3,030,376); the Realme Neo8 is thinner (8.3mm vs 9.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 3030376
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 215g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $999
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 9119
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 71/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 8 points higher (85/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 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, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (87/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (47/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| 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 | 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 | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Xiaomi 15 Ultra by 6.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $570. Realme Neo8 was $570 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (87/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (47/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra edges out the Realme Neo8 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.