Honor 9 Lite vs Realme Neo7
The Honor 9 Lite (2017) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 659, while the Realme Neo7 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo7 leads — 67/100 vs 15/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo7 has NFC for contactless payments, the Honor 9 Lite doesn't; the Honor 9 Lite is noticeably lighter (149g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor 9 Lite
Realme Neo7
What makes Honor 9 Lite better?
- Lighter: 149g vs 213g
- Better portability (88/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Realme Neo7 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2249 vs 215
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7352 vs 810
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (84/100 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, the Realme Neo7 scores 52 points higher (67/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 leads (84/100 vs 2/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 leads (35/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 leads (68/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (84/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (35/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (68/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor 9 Lite significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 (88/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor 9 Lite | Realme Neo7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 659 | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2550332 | |
| Geekbench Single | 215 | 2249 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 810 | 7352 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| 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 | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 151.0×71.9×7.6 mm | 162.6×76.4×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 149 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | — |
Camera comparison
Honor 9 Lite
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme Neo7
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Honor 9 Lite
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme Neo7
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor 9 Lite
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Realme Neo7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme Neo7
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (84/100 vs 2/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (35/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 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 (88/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor 9 Lite or the Realme Neo7?
The Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite by 52 points (67/100 vs 15/100).
What is the rating of the Honor 9 Lite and the Realme Neo7?
The Honor 9 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 15/100, the Realme Neo7 — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor 9 Lite or the Realme Neo7?
The Realme Neo7 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor 9 Lite or the Realme Neo7?
The Realme Neo7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the Honor 9 Lite over the Realme Neo7?
The Realme Neo7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.