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 (2,549,313 vs 552,286).

The Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Poco M5 by 26 points (67/100 vs 41/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M5
Performance 43
Display 54
Camera 30
Battery 43
Portability 49
Value for money 52
Realme Neo7
Performance 84
Display 84
Camera 35
Battery 68
Portability 45
Value for money
What makes Poco M5 better?
  • Lighter: 201g vs 213g

  • Better portability (49/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Realme Neo7 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2549313 vs 552286
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2250 vs 727
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 7315 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).

Poco M5: The Poco M5 is a better fit for everyday use.
Realme Neo7: The Realme Neo7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco M5 Realme Neo7
Processor MediaTek Helio G99 MediaTek Dimensity 9300+
AnTuTu 552286 2549313
Geekbench Single 727 2250
Geekbench Multi 2047 7315
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
30
camera
Realme Neo7
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
35
camera
Display comparison
Poco M5
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2408x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
54
display
Realme Neo7
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1264x2780
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Battery and charging
Poco M5
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Realme Neo7
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
68
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco M5 and Realme Neo7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco M5 MediaTek Helio G99
41/100
552286 AnTuTu
Realme Neo7 MediaTek Dimensity 9300+
67/100 +78.3%
2549313 AnTuTu

Realme Neo7 leads Poco M5 by 78.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Poco M5
$170
Realme Neo7
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
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 Poco M5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme Neo7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.