Realme GT7 (China) vs Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
The Realme GT7 (China) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 410. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 (China) leads — 71/100 vs 16/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 (China) has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 3100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 is noticeably lighter (159g vs 203g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7 (China)
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
What makes Realme GT7 (China) better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 99
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 319
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 3100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 better?
- Lighter: 159g vs 203g
- Better portability (82/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT7 (China) vs the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016, the Realme GT7 (China) scores 55 points higher (71/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 (China) leads (89/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 (China) leads (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) leads (72/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (89/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (72/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (82/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT7 (China) | Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 | |
| AnTuTu | 2835794 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 99 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 319 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 5.2" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2800 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7200 mAh | 3100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 16GB | |
| OS | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×76.0×8.3 mm | 145.8×72.3×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 203 g | 159 g | |
| Launch price | — | $220 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT7 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Realme GT7 (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
- 5.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT7 (China)
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
- 3100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme GT7 (China)
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (89/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (94/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (35/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (72/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (82/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT7 (China) or the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016?
The Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 by 55 points (71/100 vs 16/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT7 (China) and the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016?
The Realme GT7 (China) has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 — 16/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 (China) or the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016?
The Realme GT7 (China) leads on camera score (35/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 (China) or the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016?
The Realme GT7 (China) leads on performance (89/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT7 (China) over the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016?
The Realme GT7 (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users.