Realme Neo8 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $429 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 77/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 8000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 3,222,272); the Realme Neo8 is noticeably lighter (215g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 215g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $986
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 3222272
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 9119
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 8000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 71/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 15 points higher (92/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 71/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 96/100; 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 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (100/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (92/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (47/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Realme Neo8 by 35.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $557. Realme Neo8 was $557 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (100/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (92/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (47/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Realme Neo8 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.