Realme Neo8 vs ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $429 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 73/100 (a 4-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 1,757,044).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $700
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 60 Ultra better?
- Better camera (78/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, the Realme Neo8 scores 4 points higher (77/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 60/100; 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 Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (78/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (47/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | ZTE Axon 60 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 80W | |
| 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 | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 163.6×76.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | — | |
| Launch price | $429 | $700 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads ZTE Axon 60 Ultra by 83.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $271. Realme Neo8 was $271 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (91/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (78/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (47/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Realme Neo8 edges out the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a better fit for active users.