Realme Neo8 vs ZTE Libero 5G III
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 38/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4120); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 515,647).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
ZTE Libero 5G III
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 690
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1736
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4120 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 43/100)
What makes ZTE Libero 5G III better?
- Lighter: 207g vs 215g
- Overall rating 38/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Realme Neo8 scores 39 points higher (77/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (71/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 and the ZTE Libero 5G III are nearly equal (47/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | ZTE Libero 5G III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 515647 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 690 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 1736 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4120 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 78.0×168.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 4120 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and ZTE Libero 5G III, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads ZTE Libero 5G III by 524.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Libero 5G III
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (91/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (56/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (71/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 and the ZTE Libero 5G III are nearly equal (47/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 39 points (77/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 38/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.