Poco M5s vs Realme Neo7 SE
The Poco M5s (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, while the Realme Neo7 SE (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8400 Max; launch prices were $210 and $260. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo7 SE leads — 64/100 vs 46/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo7 SE has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo7 SE is faster in AnTuTu (2,081,324 vs 535,127); the Poco M5s is noticeably lighter (179g vs 212g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M5s
Realme Neo7 SE
What makes Poco M5s better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 212g
- Cheaper at launch: $210 vs $260
- Better camera (42/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Realme Neo7 SE better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2081324 vs 535127
- Better Geekbench Single: 1579 vs 672
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6100 vs 1908
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M5s vs the Realme Neo7 SE, the Realme Neo7 SE scores 18 points higher (64/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 SE leads (77/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 SE leads (68/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco M5s — 50/100, Realme Neo7 SE — 76/100; 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 Neo7 SE significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (77/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 SE notably outperforms the Poco M5s (84/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M5s is a bit better (42/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 SE notably outperforms the Poco M5s (68/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M5s notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (68/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M5s | Realme Neo7 SE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G95 | Dimensity 8400 Max | |
| AnTuTu | 535127 | 2081324 | |
| Geekbench Single | 672 | 1579 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1908 | 6100 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm | 162.5×76.3×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 212 g | |
| Launch price | $210 | $260 |
Camera comparison
Poco M5s
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme Neo7 SE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco M5s
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme Neo7 SE
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M5s
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme Neo7 SE
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M5s and Realme Neo7 SE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo7 SE leads Poco M5s by 74.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Poco M5s was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 SE significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (77/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 SE notably outperforms the Poco M5s (84/100 vs 57/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco M5s is a bit better (42/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 SE notably outperforms the Poco M5s (68/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M5s notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (68/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M5s or the Realme Neo7 SE?
The Realme Neo7 SE is noticeably better than the Poco M5s — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Poco M5s and the Realme Neo7 SE?
The Poco M5s has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Realme Neo7 SE — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M5s or the Realme Neo7 SE?
The Poco M5s leads on camera score (42/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M5s or the Realme Neo7 SE?
The Realme Neo7 SE leads on performance (77/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Poco M5s over the Realme Neo7 SE?
The Realme Neo7 SE is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.