Apple iPhone 17e vs Realme GT7 Pro
The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, while the Realme GT7 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $599 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 Pro leads — 75/100 vs 59/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT7 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,125,854 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17e is noticeably lighter (163g vs 222g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17e
Realme GT7 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3692 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9454 vs 9287
- Lighter: 163g vs 222g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $650
- Better portability (83/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Realme GT7 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3125854 vs 2156126
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 3600 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 21/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Realme GT7 Pro, the Realme GT7 Pro scores 16 points higher (75/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 Pro leads (56/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 Pro leads (74/100 vs 21/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17e — 32/100, Realme GT7 Pro — 64/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 Pro and the Apple iPhone 17e are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (56/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (74/100 vs 21/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 Pro (83/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17e | Realme GT7 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3125854 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3692 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9454 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 19 | 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 | 162.5×76.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 222 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 24MP
Realme GT7 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme GT7 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17e
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Realme GT7 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 32:07 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17e and Realme GT7 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 Pro leads Apple iPhone 17e by 31.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $51. Apple iPhone 17e was $51 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 Pro and the Apple iPhone 17e are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (84/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (56/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (74/100 vs 21/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 Pro (83/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Realme GT7 Pro?
The Realme GT7 Pro is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 17e — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Realme GT7 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Realme GT7 Pro — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Realme GT7 Pro?
The Realme GT7 Pro leads on camera score (56/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Realme GT7 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Realme GT7 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.