Realme GT7 vs Redmi K40
The Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Redmi K40 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870; launch prices were $420 and $309. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 54/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4520); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Realme GT7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,415,876 vs 1,010,069).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7
Redmi K40
What makes Realme GT7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2415876 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4520 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (61/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi K40 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $309 vs $420
- Better portability (64/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT7 vs the Redmi K40, the Realme GT7 scores 23 points higher (77/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 leads (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 leads (61/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Realme GT7 — 80/100, Redmi K40 — 46/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Redmi K40 (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Redmi K40 (61/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi K40 (90/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K40 is a bit better (64/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT7 | Redmi K40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | |
| AnTuTu | 2415876 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4520 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.7×76.4×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $309 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K40
- Main: 48MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K40
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K40
- 4520 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT7 and Redmi K40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 leads Redmi K40 by 139.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $111. Redmi K40 was $111 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Redmi K40 (84/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Redmi K40 (61/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi K40 (90/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K40 is a bit better (64/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT7 or the Redmi K40?
The Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi K40 by 23 points (77/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT7 and the Redmi K40?
The Realme GT7 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi K40 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 or the Redmi K40?
The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 or the Redmi K40?
The Realme GT7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT7 over the Redmi K40?
The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K40 is a better fit for active users.