Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Realme Neo7
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Realme Neo7 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads — 75/100 vs 67/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4823); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,550,332 vs 2,538,751); the Realme Neo7 is noticeably lighter (213g vs 233g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Realme Neo7
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3933 vs 2249
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10223 vs 7352
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 84/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Realme Neo7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2550332 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4823 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 213g vs 233g
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 53/100)
- Better portability (45/100 vs 30/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs the Realme Neo7, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max scores 8 points higher (75/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 leads (68/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Realme Neo7 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 (71/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (68/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (45/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Realme Neo7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 2550332 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3933 | 2249 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10223 | 7352 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4823 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 162.6×76.4×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 233 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Realme Neo7
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme Neo7
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 4823 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Realme Neo7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Realme Neo7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo7 leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max by 0.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Realme Neo7 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 (71/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (68/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (45/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Realme Neo7?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max edges out the Realme Neo7 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Realme Neo7?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Realme Neo7 — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Realme Neo7?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Realme Neo7?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads on performance (92/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max over the Realme Neo7?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Realme Neo7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.