Honor 9 Lite vs Realme Neo7 SE
The Honor 9 Lite (2017) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 659, while the Realme Neo7 SE (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8400 Max; launch prices were $200 and $260. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo7 SE leads — 64/100 vs 15/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo7 SE has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo7 SE has NFC for contactless payments, the Honor 9 Lite doesn't; the Honor 9 Lite is noticeably lighter (149g vs 212g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor 9 Lite
Realme Neo7 SE
What makes Honor 9 Lite better?
- Lighter: 149g vs 212g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $260
- Better portability (88/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Realme Neo7 SE better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1579 vs 215
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6100 vs 810
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 2/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor 9 Lite vs the Realme Neo7 SE, the Realme Neo7 SE scores 49 points higher (64/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 SE leads (77/100 vs 2/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 SE leads (35/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 SE leads (68/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Honor 9 Lite — 0/100, Realme Neo7 SE — 76/100; 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 Neo7 SE significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (77/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 SE significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 SE notably outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (35/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 SE significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (68/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor 9 Lite significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (88/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor 9 Lite | Realme Neo7 SE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 659 | Dimensity 8400 Max | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2081324 | |
| Geekbench Single | 215 | 1579 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 810 | 6100 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 80W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 151.0×71.9×7.6 mm | 162.5×76.3×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 149 g | 212 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $260 |
Camera comparison
Honor 9 Lite
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme Neo7 SE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Honor 9 Lite
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme Neo7 SE
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor 9 Lite
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Realme Neo7 SE
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $60. Honor 9 Lite was $60 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 SE significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (77/100 vs 2/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 SE significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 SE notably outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (35/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 SE significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (68/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor 9 Lite significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (88/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor 9 Lite or the Realme Neo7 SE?
The Realme Neo7 SE significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite by 49 points (64/100 vs 15/100).
What is the rating of the Honor 9 Lite and the Realme Neo7 SE?
The Honor 9 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 15/100, the Realme Neo7 SE — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor 9 Lite or the Realme Neo7 SE?
The Realme Neo7 SE leads on camera score (35/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor 9 Lite or the Realme Neo7 SE?
The Realme Neo7 SE leads on performance (77/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the Honor 9 Lite over the Realme Neo7 SE?
The Realme Neo7 SE is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.