OnePlus 9 vs Realme GT7
The OnePlus 9 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e; launch prices were $729 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 60/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,415,876 vs 1,157,244).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 9
Realme GT7
What makes OnePlus 9 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 206g
- Better portability (56/100 vs 53/100)
What makes Realme GT7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2415876 vs 1157244
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $729
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (61/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 9 vs the Realme GT7, the Realme GT7 scores 17 points higher (77/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 leads (84/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 leads (61/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 50/100). Value score: OnePlus 9 — 34/100, Realme GT7 — 80/100; 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 GT7 notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 (84/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 and the OnePlus 9 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 (90/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 9 and the Realme GT7 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 9 | Realme GT7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | |
| AnTuTu | 1157244 | 2415876 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 2233 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 7478 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 160.0×74.2×8.7 mm | — | |
| Weight | 192 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $729 | $420 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 9
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 9
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 9
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 9 and Realme GT7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 leads OnePlus 9 by 52.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $309. Realme GT7 was $309 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 (84/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 and the OnePlus 9 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 (90/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 9 and the Realme GT7 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 9 or the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 is noticeably better than the OnePlus 9 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 9 and the Realme GT7?
The OnePlus 9 has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Realme GT7 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 9 or the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 9 or the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 9 over the Realme GT7?
The OnePlus 9 is a better fit for active users. The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.