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).

The Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 by 55 points (71/100 vs 16/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7 (China)
Performance 89
Display 94
Camera 35
Battery 72
Portability 54
Value for money
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
Performance 0
Display 51
Camera 10
Battery 15
Portability 82
Value for money 0
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).

Realme GT7 (China): The Realme GT7 (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016: The Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 is a better fit for everyday use.
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/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
35
camera
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Realme GT7 (China)
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2800
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
  • 5.2" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
51
display
Battery and charging
Realme GT7 (China)
  • 7200 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
  • 3100 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
15
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme GT7 (China)
Price unknown
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
$220
Detailed category analysis
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. The Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 is a better fit for everyday use.