Realme GT7 Pro vs Vivo X21i
The Realme GT7 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo X21i (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio P60. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 Pro leads — 75/100 vs 30/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 3425); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Realme GT7 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,125,854 vs 314,537); the Realme GT7 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo X21i doesn't; the Vivo X21i is noticeably lighter (159g vs 222g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7 Pro
Vivo X21i
What makes Realme GT7 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3125854 vs 314537
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 341
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 779
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 3425 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 20/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 15/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Vivo X21i better?
- Lighter: 159g vs 222g
- Better portability (94/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT7 Pro vs the Vivo X21i, the Realme GT7 Pro scores 45 points higher (75/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 Pro leads (91/100 vs 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 Pro leads (56/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 Pro leads (74/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (91/100 vs 20/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 Pro and the Vivo X21i are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (56/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (74/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X21i significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 Pro (94/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT7 Pro | Vivo X21i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Helio P60 | |
| AnTuTu | 3125854 | 314537 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 341 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 779 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.3" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1080x2280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 3425 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 24 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 | Android 8.1 (Oreo); Funtouch 4 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.5×76.9×8.6 mm | 154.4×75.0×7.0 mm | |
| Weight | 222 g | 159 g | |
| Launch price | $650 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme GT7 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X21i
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 24MP
Display comparison
Realme GT7 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X21i
- 6.3" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2280
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Realme GT7 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 32:07 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X21i
- 3425 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT7 Pro and Vivo X21i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 Pro leads Vivo X21i by 893.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo X21i
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (91/100 vs 20/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 Pro and the Vivo X21i are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (56/100 vs 15/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (74/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X21i significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 Pro (94/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT7 Pro or the Vivo X21i?
The Realme GT7 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i by 45 points (75/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT7 Pro and the Vivo X21i?
The Realme GT7 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo X21i — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 Pro or the Vivo X21i?
The Realme GT7 Pro leads on camera score (56/100 vs 15/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 Pro or the Vivo X21i?
The Realme GT7 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT7 Pro over the Vivo X21i?
The Realme GT7 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.