Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs Realme GT7
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 65/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4674); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,415,876 vs 1,972,476).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Realme GT7
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Plus better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3431 vs 2233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8638 vs 7478
- Lighter: 199g vs 206g
- Higher performance (86/100 vs 84/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 53/100)
What makes Realme GT7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2415876 vs 1972476
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4674 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Better camera (61/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs the Realme GT7, the Realme GT7 scores 12 points higher (77/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 leads (61/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Realme GT7 are nearly equal (86/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (61/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (90/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a bit better (61/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Plus | Realme GT7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 2415876 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3431 | 2233 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8638 | 7478 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1290x2796 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4674 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 18.1 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×77.8×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 199 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | — | $420 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1290x2796
- Refresh rate: —
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 4674 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 25W
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Realme GT7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 leads Apple iPhone 16 Plus by 18.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Realme GT7 are nearly equal (86/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (61/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (90/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a bit better (61/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16 Plus — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Realme GT7?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Realme GT7 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Plus over the Realme GT7?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.