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).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei P20 Lite
Realme GT7 (China)
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).
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
Realme GT7 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Huawei P20 Lite
- 5.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme GT7 (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei P20 Lite
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme GT7 (China)
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme GT7 (China)
Price unknownDetailed 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 Realme GT7 (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users.