Huawei P20 Lite vs Realme GT7 (China)

The Huawei P20 Lite (2018) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 659, while the Realme GT7 (China) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 (China) leads — 71/100 vs 15/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 (China) has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Huawei P20 Lite is noticeably lighter (145g vs 203g).

The Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite by 56 points (71/100 vs 15/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei P20 Lite
Performance 2
Display 32
Camera 14
Battery 12
Portability 90
Value for money 0
Realme GT7 (China)
Performance 89
Display 94
Camera 35
Battery 72
Portability 54
Value for money
What makes Huawei P20 Lite better?
  • Lighter: 145g vs 203g

  • Better portability (90/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Realme GT7 (China) better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 215
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 810
  • Bigger battery: 7200 vs 3000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (89/100 vs 2/100)
  • Better camera (35/100 vs 14/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Huawei P20 Lite vs the Realme GT7 (China), the Realme GT7 (China) scores 56 points higher (71/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 (China) leads (89/100 vs 2/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 (China) leads (35/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) leads (72/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite (89/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 (China) notably outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite (35/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite (72/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei P20 Lite significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (90/100 vs 54/100).

Huawei P20 Lite: The Huawei P20 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.
Realme GT7 (China): The Realme GT7 (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Huawei P20 Lite Realme GT7 (China)
Processor HiSilicon Kirin 659 MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
AnTuTu 2835794
Geekbench Single 215 2729
Geekbench Multi 810 8430
Display 5.8" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1280x2800
Refresh rate 60 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 3000 mAh 7200 mAh
Charging 100W
Main camera 16 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15, Realme UI 6.0
Brightness (peak) 6500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 148.6×71.2×7.4 mm 162.4×76.0×8.3 mm
Weight 145 g 203 g
Launch price $300
Camera comparison
Huawei P20 Lite
  • Main: 16MP
  • Front: 16MP
14
camera
Realme GT7 (China)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
35
camera
Display comparison
Huawei P20 Lite
  • 5.8" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Realme GT7 (China)
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2800
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Huawei P20 Lite
  • 3000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Realme GT7 (China)
  • 7200 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Huawei P20 Lite
$300
Realme GT7 (China)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite (89/100 vs 2/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite (94/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 (China) notably outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite (35/100 vs 14/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite (72/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Huawei P20 Lite significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (90/100 vs 54/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei P20 Lite or the Realme GT7 (China)?

The Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite by 56 points (71/100 vs 15/100).

What is the rating of the Huawei P20 Lite and the Realme GT7 (China)?

The Huawei P20 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 15/100, the Realme GT7 (China) — 71/100.

Which has the better camera: the Huawei P20 Lite or the Realme GT7 (China)?

The Realme GT7 (China) leads on camera score (35/100 vs 14/100).

Which is more powerful: the Huawei P20 Lite or the Realme GT7 (China)?

The Realme GT7 (China) leads on performance (89/100 vs 2/100).

Should you choose the Huawei P20 Lite over the Realme GT7 (China)?

The Huawei P20 Lite is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme GT7 (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users.