Realme GT7 (China) vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Realme GT7 (China) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 71/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 (China) has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 2,835,794).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7 (China)
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What makes Realme GT7 (China) better?
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 203g vs 214g
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 88/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 2835794
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 2729
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 8430
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT7 (China) vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 13 points higher (84/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) leads (72/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 (China) is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) is a bit better (72/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT7 (China) and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT7 (China) | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2835794 | 3463142 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1280x2800 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×76.0×8.3 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 203 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT7 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Realme GT7 (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT7 (China)
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT7 (China) and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Realme GT7 (China) by 18.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme GT7 (China)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 (China) is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (86/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) is a bit better (72/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT7 (China) and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT7 (China) or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is noticeably better than the Realme GT7 (China) — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Realme GT7 (China) and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Realme GT7 (China) has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 (China) or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 (China) or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 89/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT7 (China) over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Realme GT7 (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.