Apple iPhone 16 vs Realme Neo7 Turbo
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Realme Neo7 Turbo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e; launch prices were $799 and $270. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads — 70/100 vs 68/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo7 Turbo has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo7 Turbo is faster in AnTuTu (2,560,650 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Realme Neo7 Turbo
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 2233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7700 vs 7478
- Lighter: 170g vs 205g
- Better camera (78/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Realme Neo7 Turbo better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2560650 vs 1972476
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 3561 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $270 vs $799
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Realme Neo7 Turbo, the Realme Neo7 Turbo scores 2 points higher (70/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads (85/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, Realme Neo7 Turbo — 86/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 Turbo (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (85/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 Turbo (79/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Realme Neo7 Turbo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 2560650 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 2233 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 7478 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1280x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 7200 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 162.4×76.1×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $270 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Realme Neo7 Turbo
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme Neo7 Turbo
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Realme Neo7 Turbo
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Realme Neo7 Turbo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo7 Turbo leads Apple iPhone 16 by 23.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $529. Realme Neo7 Turbo was $529 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (84/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 Turbo (78/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (85/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 Turbo (79/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Realme Neo7 Turbo?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo edges out the Apple iPhone 16 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Realme Neo7 Turbo?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Realme Neo7 Turbo — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Realme Neo7 Turbo?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Realme Neo7 Turbo?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Realme Neo7 Turbo is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.