Poco M5 vs Realme Neo7
The Poco M5 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Realme Neo7 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo7 leads — 67/100 vs 41/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Realme Neo7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,550,332 vs 554,590).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M5
Realme Neo7
What makes Poco M5 better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 213g
- Better portability (49/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Realme Neo7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2550332 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 2249 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7352 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M5 vs the Realme Neo7, the Realme Neo7 scores 26 points higher (67/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 leads (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 leads (68/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Poco M5 (68/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M5 and the Realme Neo7 are nearly equal (49/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M5 | Realme Neo7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 2550332 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 2249 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 7352 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2408x1080 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×76.1×8.9 mm | 162.6×76.4×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $170 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco M5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Realme Neo7
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco M5
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme Neo7
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M5
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Realme Neo7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M5 and Realme Neo7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo7 leads Poco M5 by 78.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme Neo7
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (84/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (84/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Poco M5 (68/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M5 and the Realme Neo7 are nearly equal (49/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M5 or the Realme Neo7?
The Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 by 26 points (67/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M5 and the Realme Neo7?
The Poco M5 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Realme Neo7 — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M5 or the Realme Neo7?
The Realme Neo7 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M5 or the Realme Neo7?
The Realme Neo7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Poco M5 over the Realme Neo7?
The Realme Neo7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.