Realme Neo8 vs ZTE Axon 30S
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the ZTE Axon 30S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 54/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 1,010,069); the ZTE Axon 30S is noticeably lighter (189g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
ZTE Axon 30S
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4200 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 55W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 30S better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 215g
- Better portability (67/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the ZTE Axon 30S, the Realme Neo8 scores 23 points higher (77/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (91/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (71/100 vs 33/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 30S notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (67/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | ZTE Axon 30S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 55W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 170.2×77.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Axon 30S
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
ZTE Axon 30S
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 30S
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 55W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and ZTE Axon 30S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads ZTE Axon 30S by 219.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 30S
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (91/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (71/100 vs 33/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 30S notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (67/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S by 23 points (77/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the ZTE Axon 30S — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 30S is a better fit for active users.