Realme GT7 vs Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime

The Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (2016) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7570; launch prices were $420 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 13/100 (a 64-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 2400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime is noticeably lighter (143g vs 206g).

The Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime by 64 points (77/100 vs 13/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7
Performance 84
Display 84
Camera 61
Battery 90
Portability 53
Value for money 90
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
Performance 0
Display 32
Camera 10
Battery 15
Portability 82
Value for money 0
What makes Realme GT7 better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 122
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 405
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 2400 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (61/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (90/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime better?
  • Lighter: 143g vs 206g
  • Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $420

  • Better portability (82/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme GT7 vs the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime, the Realme GT7 scores 64 points higher (77/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 leads (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 leads (61/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Realme GT7 — 90/100, Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime — 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 J5 Prime (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (61/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (90/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (82/100 vs 53/100).

Realme GT7: The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime: The Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme GT7 Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9400e Samsung Exynos 7570
AnTuTu 2496976
Geekbench Single 2233 122
Geekbench Multi 7478 405
Display 6.8" AMOLED 5.0" IPS LCD
Resolution 2780x1264
Refresh rate 120 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 2400 mAh
Charging 120W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 5 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB / 16GB 2GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 16GB / 32GB
OS Android 15
NFC no
Dimensions 142.8×69.5×8.1 mm
Weight 206 g 143 g
Launch price $420 $200
Camera comparison
Realme GT7
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
61
camera
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Realme GT7
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2780x1264
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
  • 5.0" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Battery and charging
Realme GT7
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • Wireless charging: no data
90
battery
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
  • 2400 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
15
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme GT7
$420
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
$200

Launch price difference: $220. Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime was $220 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (84/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (84/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (61/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (90/100 vs 15/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (82/100 vs 53/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT7 or the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime?

The Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime by 64 points (77/100 vs 13/100).

What is the rating of the Realme GT7 and the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime?

The Realme GT7 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime — 13/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 or the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime?

The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 or the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime?

The Realme GT7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Realme GT7 over the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime?

The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime is a better fit for everyday use.