Realme Neo8 vs Xiaomi 17
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $429 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 77/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7000); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 3,222,272); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Xiaomi 17
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $709
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 3222272
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 9119
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Lighter: 191g vs 215g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 71/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 10 points higher (87/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 71/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Xiaomi 17 — 88/100; 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 17 and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (95/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (81/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (87/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (63/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Realme Neo8 by 0.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $280. Realme Neo8 was $280 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (95/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (81/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (87/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (63/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is noticeably better than the Realme Neo8 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Xiaomi 17?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.