Apple iPhone Air vs Realme GT7 (China)
The Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Realme GT7 (China) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone Air leads — 75/100 vs 71/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 (China) has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 3149); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT7 (China) is faster in AnTuTu (2,835,794 vs 2,538,751); the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 203g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Air
Realme GT7 (China)
What makes Apple iPhone Air better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3850 vs 2729
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9800 vs 8430
- Lighter: 165g vs 203g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Realme GT7 (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2835794 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 3149 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 26/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone Air vs the Realme GT7 (China), the Apple iPhone Air scores 4 points higher (75/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air leads (73/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) leads (72/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air and the Realme GT7 (China) are nearly equal (92/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 (China) is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (73/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (72/100 vs 26/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (96/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | Realme GT7 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 2835794 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | 2729 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | 8430 | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2736x1260 | 1280x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3149 mAh | 7200 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 6.0×74.7×5.6 mm | 162.4×76.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Realme GT7 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2736x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT7 (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone Air
- 3149 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 7:48 hrs, total 22:15 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Realme GT7 (China)
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Air and Realme GT7 (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 (China) leads Apple iPhone Air by 10.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme GT7 (China)
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air and the Realme GT7 (China) are nearly equal (92/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 (China) is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (73/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (72/100 vs 26/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (96/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the Realme GT7 (China)?
The Apple iPhone Air edges out the Realme GT7 (China) by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Air and the Realme GT7 (China)?
The Apple iPhone Air has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Realme GT7 (China) — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Air or the Realme GT7 (China)?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on camera score (73/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the Realme GT7 (China)?
The Apple iPhone Air is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Realme GT7 (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users.