Realme GT7 vs Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
The Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7880; launch prices were $420 and $380. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 18/100 (a 59-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 16 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 is noticeably lighter (157g vs 206g).
Realme GT7
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 175
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 760
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 1/100)
- Better camera (61/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 51/100)
- Lighter: 157g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $380 vs $420
- Better portability (84/100 vs 53/100)
Comparing the Realme GT7 vs the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017, the Realme GT7 scores 59 points higher (77/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 leads (84/100 vs 1/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 leads (61/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Realme GT7 — 90/100, Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 — 0/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (84/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (84/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (61/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (90/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 (84/100 vs 53/100).
| Specification | Realme GT7 | Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | Samsung Exynos 7880 | |
| AnTuTu | 2496976 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 175 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 760 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 5.2" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 3000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 3GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 146.1×71.4×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 157 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $380 |
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
- 5.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Launch price difference: $40. Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 was $40 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (84/100 vs 1/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (84/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (61/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (90/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 (84/100 vs 53/100).
Which is better: the Realme GT7 or the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?
The Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 by 59 points (77/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT7 and the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?
The Realme GT7 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 — 18/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 or the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?
The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 or the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?
The Realme GT7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 1/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT7 over the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?
The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 is a better fit for everyday use.