Apple iPhone 17 vs Realme GT Neo 3
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Realme GT Neo 3 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 leads — 76/100 vs 57/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT Neo 3 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 17 is faster in AnTuTu (2,156,126 vs 1,092,605).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Realme GT Neo 3
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2156126 vs 1092605
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 1139
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8810 vs 3842
- Lighter: 177g vs 188g
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Realme GT Neo 3 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Realme GT Neo 3, the Apple iPhone 17 scores 19 points higher (76/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (88/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT Neo 3 leads (56/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Realme GT Neo 3 (88/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Realme GT Neo 3 (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT Neo 3 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (56/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (73/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Realme GT Neo 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | MediaTek Dimensity 8100 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 1092605 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 1139 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 3842 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1080x2412 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 163.3×75.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Realme GT Neo 3
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT Neo 3
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Realme GT Neo 3
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Realme GT Neo 3, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17 leads Realme GT Neo 3 by 97.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme GT Neo 3
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Realme GT Neo 3 (88/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Realme GT Neo 3 (86/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT Neo 3 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (56/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (73/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Realme GT Neo 3?
The Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably better than the Realme GT Neo 3 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Realme GT Neo 3?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Realme GT Neo 3 — 57/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Realme GT Neo 3?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Realme GT Neo 3?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on performance (88/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Realme GT Neo 3?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Realme GT Neo 3 is a better fit for active users.