Realme Neo8 has launched a new semi-flagship smartphone in China!
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Realme has officially launched its most powerful Neo-series flagship for the year, the Neo8, in China. This article will discuss everything about the latest Realme Neo8, including its rumors, specifications, and availability. Let’s get into the details!
Realme Neo8 Overview
Display and Design
The Realme Neo8 features a 6.78-inch Samsung Sky Screen, which is a custom AMOLED panel. It supports a native 165Hz refresh rate and reaches a local peak brightness of 6,500 nits. The screen is protected by Crystal Armor Glass and includes an ultrasonic 3D in-display fingerprint sensor. On the back, there is a transparent RGB panel with customizable lighting effects and a metal frame. The Neo8 is built to last with IP66, IP68, and IP69 ratings for water and dust resistance.
Performance and Gaming
Inside, the phone runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset paired with up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB UFS 4.1 storage. The chipset is just behind last year’s Snapdragon 8 Elite chip. And is already found in some major semi-flagship phones like the OnePlus 15r. For cooling, Realme used a high-airflow system and their GT Performance Engine that apparently keep frame rates steady. It also includes a PC Handheld Mode and supports 165Hz gameplay for over 30 popular titles.
Camera and Battery
The camera setup is led by a 50MP Sony IMX896 main sensor with OIS. There is also a 50MP periscope telephoto lens that allows for 3.5x optical zoom and up to 120x digital zoom. On the other hand, you get this massive 8,000mAh battery. This supports various charging standards, including PD and QC, as well as bypass charging.
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Durability and Connectivity
It runs on realme UI 7.0 and includes the Sky Communication System as well. Other features include an infrared remote, NFC, stereo speakers, and an X-axis linear motor for haptics.
Realme Neo8 Specifications
- Design, build: Metal frame, Glass back with transparent RGB panel, IP66/68/69
- Display: 6.78-inch Samsung Sky Screen AMOLED, 165Hz, 6500 nits peak brightness, 3800Hz touch sampling
- Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 (3nm)
- Memory: 12GB/16GB LPDDR5X RAM, 256GB/512GB/1TB UFS 4.1 storage
- Software & UI: realme UI 7.0 based on Android 16
- Rear Camera: 50MP Sony IMX896 (OIS) + 50MP Periscope Telephoto (3.5x optical, 120x digital) + 8MP Ultra-wide
- Front Camera: 16MP
- Security: Ultrasonic 3D in-display fingerprint sensor
- Connectivity: WiFi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, Infrared, USB Type-C
- Sensors: Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass, Color Spectrum
- Battery: 8000mAh with 80W charging, Bypass charging support
Realme Neo8 Price in Nepal and Availability
The Realme Neo8 is currently on sale in China starting at CNY 2,399. While there is no official word on the Nepal launch yet, if it makes it here, we expect the price to start at no less than NPR 55,000.
| Realme Neo8 | Price in China (Official) | Price in Nepal (Expected) |
|---|---|---|
| 12GB + 256GB | CNY 2399 | NPR 55,000 |
| 16GB + 256GB | CNY 2599 | NPR 60,000 |
| 16GB + 512GB | CNY 3199 | NPR 74,000 |
| 16GB + 1TB | CNY 3699 | NPR 85,000 |
- Meanwhile, check out our review of the Redmi Note 15 Pro+
Article Last updated: January 23, 2026