Realme Neo8 vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $429 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 77/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7000); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 3,182,664).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Xiaomi 17T Pro
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 3182664
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $899
- Overall rating 77/100
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9119
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Lighter: 205g vs 215g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 71/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 5 points higher (82/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 71/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Xiaomi 17T Pro — 76/100; 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 17T Pro and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (93/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (87/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 3182664 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 215 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Xiaomi 17T Pro by 1.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $470. Realme Neo8 was $470 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the Realme Neo8 are nearly equal (93/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (87/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro edges out the Realme Neo8 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.