Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate vs Realme Neo7 SE
The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate (2026) runs on the Kirin 9050 Pro, while the Realme Neo7 SE (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8400 Max; launch prices were $2799 and $260. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads — 70/100 vs 64/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo7 SE has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5600); the Realme Neo7 SE is faster in AnTuTu (2,081,324 vs 1,825,771); the Realme Neo7 SE is noticeably lighter (212g vs 299g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
Realme Neo7 SE
What makes Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1636 vs 1579
- Better camera (67/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 68/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Realme Neo7 SE better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2081324 vs 1825771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6100 vs 5775
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5600 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 66W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 212g vs 299g
- Cheaper at launch: $260 vs $2799
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 75/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate vs the Realme Neo7 SE, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate scores 6 points higher (70/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads (67/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate — 48/100, 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 and the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate are nearly equal (77/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 SE notably outperforms the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (67/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is a bit better (74/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate | Realme Neo7 SE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 9050 Pro | Dimensity 8400 Max | |
| AnTuTu | 1825771 | 2081324 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1636 | 1579 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5775 | 6100 | |
| Display | 10.2" Tri-foldable LTPO OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2232x3184 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5600 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 40 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 7.0 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP58 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 219.2×157.2×4.0 mm | 162.5×76.3×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 299 g | 212 g | |
| Launch price | $2799 | $260 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Realme Neo7 SE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
- 10.2" Tri-foldable LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2232x3184
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme Neo7 SE
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Realme Neo7 SE
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate and Realme Neo7 SE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo7 SE leads Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate by 12.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $2539. Realme Neo7 SE was $2539 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 SE and the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate are nearly equal (77/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 SE notably outperforms the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate (84/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (67/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is a bit better (74/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate or the Realme Neo7 SE?
The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate edges out the Realme Neo7 SE by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate and the Realme Neo7 SE?
The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Realme Neo7 SE — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate or the Realme Neo7 SE?
The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads on camera score (67/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate over the Realme Neo7 SE?
The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is a better fit for active users. The Realme Neo7 SE is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.