Apple iPhone 16e vs Realme GT7
The Apple iPhone 16e (2025) runs on the Apple A18, while the Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e; launch prices were $599 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 55/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3279); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,496,976 vs 1,822,701); the Apple iPhone 16e is noticeably lighter (167g vs 206g).
Apple iPhone 16e
Realme GT7
- Better Geekbench Single: 3254 vs 2233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8070 vs 7478
- Lighter: 167g vs 206g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 53/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2496976 vs 1822701
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $599
- Better camera (61/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 61/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16e vs the Realme GT7, the Realme GT7 scores 22 points higher (77/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 leads (61/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16e — 22/100, Realme GT7 — 90/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (61/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (90/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (80/100 vs 53/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16e | Realme GT7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | |
| AnTuTu | 1822701 | 2496976 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3254 | 2233 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8070 | 7478 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2532x1170 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 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 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 167 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $420 |
Apple iPhone 16e
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Apple iPhone 16e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2532x1170
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone 16e
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Apple iPhone 16e and Realme GT7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 leads Apple iPhone 16e by 27.0% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $179. Realme GT7 was $179 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (84/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (61/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (90/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (80/100 vs 53/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e by 22 points (77/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16e and the Realme GT7?
The Apple iPhone 16e has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Realme GT7 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16e over the Realme GT7?
The Apple iPhone 16e 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.