Realme GT7 (China) vs Samsung Galaxy J5 2017
The Realme GT7 (China) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7870. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 (China) leads — 71/100 vs 21/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 (China) has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Realme GT7 (China) is faster in AnTuTu (2,835,794 vs 192,269); the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 203g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7 (China)
Samsung Galaxy J5 2017
What makes Realme GT7 (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2835794 vs 192269
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 172
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 492
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 203g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT7 (China) vs the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017, the Realme GT7 (China) scores 50 points higher (71/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 (China) leads (89/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 (China) leads (35/100 vs 12/100). 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 2017 (89/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 (35/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 (72/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (84/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT7 (China) | Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | Samsung Exynos 7870 | |
| AnTuTu | 2835794 | 192269 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 172 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 492 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 5.2" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2800 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7200 mAh | 3000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 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 | 146.2×71.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 203 g | 160 g | |
| Launch price | — | $280 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT7 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy J5 2017
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Realme GT7 (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy J5 2017
- 5.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT7 (China)
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy J5 2017
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT7 (China) and Samsung Galaxy J5 2017, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 (China) leads Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 by 1374.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 (89/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 (94/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 (35/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 (72/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (84/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT7 (China) or the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017?
The Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 by 50 points (71/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT7 (China) and the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017?
The Realme GT7 (China) has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 — 21/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 (China) or the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017?
The Realme GT7 (China) leads on camera score (35/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 (China) or the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017?
The Realme GT7 (China) leads on performance (89/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT7 (China) over the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017?
The Realme GT7 (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users.