Realme GT7 vs Samsung Galaxy A40
The Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Samsung Galaxy A40 (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7904; launch prices were $420 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 25/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 16 MP; the Realme GT7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,415,876 vs 257,901); the Samsung Galaxy A40 is noticeably lighter (140g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7
Samsung Galaxy A40
What makes Realme GT7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2415876 vs 257901
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 330
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 975
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (61/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A40 better?
- Lighter: 140g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $420
- Better portability (84/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT7 vs the Samsung Galaxy A40, the Realme GT7 scores 52 points higher (77/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 leads (84/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 leads (61/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Realme GT7 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy A40 — 0/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (84/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (84/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (61/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (90/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A40 significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 (84/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT7 | Samsung Galaxy A40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | Samsung Exynos 7904 | |
| AnTuTu | 2415876 | 257901 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 330 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 975 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 5.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 3100 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 25 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 144.4×69.2×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 140 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A40
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 25MP
Display comparison
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A40
- 5.9" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy A40
- 3100 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT7 and Samsung Galaxy A40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 leads Samsung Galaxy A40 by 836.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $170. Samsung Galaxy A40 was $170 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (84/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (84/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (61/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (90/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A40 significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 (84/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT7 or the Samsung Galaxy A40?
The Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 by 52 points (77/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT7 and the Samsung Galaxy A40?
The Realme GT7 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Samsung Galaxy A40 — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 or the Samsung Galaxy A40?
The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 or the Samsung Galaxy A40?
The Realme GT7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT7 over the Samsung Galaxy A40?
The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.