Apple iPhone 16e vs Realme Neo7
The Apple iPhone 16e (2025) runs on the Apple A18, while the Realme Neo7 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo7 leads — 67/100 vs 56/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3279); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,550,332 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16e is noticeably lighter (167g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16e
Realme Neo7
What makes Apple iPhone 16e better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3254 vs 2249
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8070 vs 7352
- Lighter: 167g vs 213g
- Higher performance (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Realme Neo7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2550332 vs 1972476
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16e vs the Realme Neo7, the Realme Neo7 scores 11 points higher (67/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 leads (68/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16e and the Realme Neo7 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (68/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 (80/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16e | Realme Neo7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 2550332 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3254 | 2249 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8070 | 7352 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2532x1170 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 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 | 162.6×76.4×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Realme Neo7
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2532x1170
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme Neo7
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16e
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Realme Neo7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16e and Realme Neo7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo7 leads Apple iPhone 16e by 22.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme Neo7
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16e and the Realme Neo7 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (84/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (68/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 (80/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Realme Neo7?
The Realme Neo7 is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16e — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16e and the Realme Neo7?
The Apple iPhone 16e has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Realme Neo7 — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Realme Neo7?
The Realme Neo7 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16e over the Realme Neo7?
The Apple iPhone 16e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Realme Neo7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.