Apple iPhone 16e vs Realme GT7 Pro
The Apple iPhone 16e (2025) runs on the Apple A18, while the Realme GT7 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $599 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 Pro leads — 75/100 vs 56/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 3279); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT7 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,125,854 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16e is noticeably lighter (167g vs 222g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16e
Realme GT7 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 16e better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3254 vs 3013
- Lighter: 167g vs 222g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $650
- Better portability (80/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Realme GT7 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3125854 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8070
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 85/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16e vs the Realme GT7 Pro, the Realme GT7 Pro scores 19 points higher (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 Pro leads (56/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 Pro leads (74/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16e — 26/100, Realme GT7 Pro — 64/100; 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, the Realme GT7 Pro is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (56/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (74/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 Pro (80/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16e | Realme GT7 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3125854 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3254 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8070 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2532x1170 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 162.5×76.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 222 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Realme GT7 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2532x1170
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme GT7 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16e
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Realme GT7 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 32:07 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16e and Realme GT7 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 Pro leads Apple iPhone 16e by 36.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $51. Apple iPhone 16e was $51 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 Pro is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (84/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (56/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (74/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 Pro (80/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Realme GT7 Pro?
The Realme GT7 Pro is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16e — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16e and the Realme GT7 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16e has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Realme GT7 Pro — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Realme GT7 Pro?
The Realme GT7 Pro leads on camera score (56/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Realme GT7 Pro?
The Realme GT7 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16e over the Realme GT7 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Realme GT7 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.