Realme Neo8 vs ZTE V40 Pro

The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the ZTE V40 Pro (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 66/100 vs 22/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Realme Neo8 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE V40 Pro doesn't; the ZTE V40 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 215g).

The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro by 44 points (66/100 vs 22/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Performance 71
Display 100
Camera 51
Battery 69
Design 31
Value for money 55
ZTE V40 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 37
Battery 50
Design 62
Value for money 55
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5100 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 65W

  • Higher performance (71/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (51/100 vs 37/100)
  • Longer battery life (69/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
What makes ZTE V40 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 190g vs 215g

  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the ZTE V40 Pro, the Realme Neo8 scores 44 points higher (66/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (69/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (71/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (69/100 vs 50/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (62/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Realme Neo8: The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for active users.
ZTE V40 Pro: The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme Neo8 ZTE V40 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Unisoc Tiger T618
AnTuTu 3222272
Geekbench Single 2903
Geekbench Multi 9602
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1272x2772 1080x2400
Refresh rate 165 Hz
Battery 8000 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 80W 65W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 6GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB
OS Android 16, Realme UI 7.0 Android 11
Brightness (peak) 6500 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm 163.9×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 215 g 190 g
Price
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
51
camera
ZTE V40 Pro
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1272x2772
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
69
battery
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (71/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (69/100 vs 50/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (62/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro by 44 points (66/100 vs 22/100).

What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the ZTE V40 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (51/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (71/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.