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Realme Neo8
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Realme Neo8

Released: 2026, January 22Price: About 280 EURStatus: Available. Released 2026, January 22

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 16, Realme UI 7.0
CPUOcta-core (2x3.8 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix L + 6x3.32 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix M)
GPUAdreno 829
NFCYes
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
Size6.78 inches, 112.4 cm, 2, (~90.0% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeAMOLED, 1B colors, 165Hz, HDR, 1000 nits (typ), 3800 nits (HBM), 6500 nits (peak)
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual-band
BrandRealme
BuildGlass front, aluminum frame, glass back
ModelRealme Neo8
PriceAbout 280 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G
Video1080p@30/60fps
ColorsGray, White, Purple
ModelsRMX8899
Single16 MP, f/2.4, 23mm (wide)
StatusAvailable. Released 2026, January 22
Triple50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 50 MP, f/2.8, 80mm (periscope telephoto), PDAF, OIS, 3.5x optical zoom, 8 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 112˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Weight215 g (7.58 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm SM8845 Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 (3 nm)
SensorsFingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 2100
4G bands1, 3, 4, 5, 8, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 48, 66
5G bands1, 3, 5, 8, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA
Charging80W wired, 80W/44W UFCS, 55W PPS, 13.5W PD/QC
FeaturesPanorama
Internal256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM
Released2026, January 22
Announced2026, January 22
Bluetooth6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC 5.0
Card slotNo
3.5mm jackNo
Dimensions162 x 77.1 x 8.3 mm (6.38 x 3.04 x 0.33 in)
Resolution1272 x 2772 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~450 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), GLONASS
Infrared portYes

Realme Neo8 Overview

About Realme Neo8 Realme Neo8 is another flagship from Realme's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2026. Realme Neo8 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM with Qualcomm SM8845 Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 (3 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Realme Neo8 can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Realme Neo8?

The Realme Neo8 supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Realme Neo8 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Realme devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Realme Neo8 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Realme Neo8 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Realme Neo8 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Realme Neo8.