Apple iPhone 17 vs Realme Neo7
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Realme Neo7 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 leads — 76/100 vs 67/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,550,332 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Realme Neo7
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 2249
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8810 vs 7352
- Lighter: 177g vs 213g
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 84/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Realme Neo7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2550332 vs 2156126
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Realme Neo7, the Apple iPhone 17 scores 9 points higher (76/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 leads (68/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 and the Realme Neo7 are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 and the Realme Neo7 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (68/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 (73/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Realme Neo7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 2550332 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 2249 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 7352 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 7000 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 | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 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 | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 162.6×76.4×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Realme Neo7
- 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 Neo7
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Realme Neo7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Realme Neo7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo7 leads Apple iPhone 17 by 15.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 and the Realme Neo7 are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 and the Realme Neo7 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 (86/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (68/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 (73/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Realme Neo7?
The Apple iPhone 17 edges out the Realme Neo7 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Realme Neo7?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Realme Neo7 — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Realme Neo7?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Realme Neo7?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Realme Neo7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.