Realme GT7 vs Sony Xperia 1 III
The Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Sony Xperia 1 III (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 888; launch prices were $420 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 60/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Realme GT7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,415,876 vs 1,232,200); the Sony Xperia 1 III is noticeably lighter (186g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7
Sony Xperia 1 III
What makes Realme GT7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2415876 vs 1232200
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $1299
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (61/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 III better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 206g
- Better display (90/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (65/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT7 vs the Sony Xperia 1 III, the Realme GT7 scores 17 points higher (77/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 leads (84/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 leads (61/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Realme GT7 — 80/100, Sony Xperia 1 III — 30/100; 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 Sony Xperia 1 III (84/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 III (61/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 III (90/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III is a bit better (65/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT7 | Sony Xperia 1 III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 2415876 | 1232200 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 1644x3840 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 11W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 105 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 11 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP65/IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 165.0×71.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Sony Xperia 1 III
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 III
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1644x3840
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Sony Xperia 1 III
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 11W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT7 and Sony Xperia 1 III, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 leads Sony Xperia 1 III by 96.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $879. Realme GT7 was $879 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 III (84/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 III (61/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 III (90/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III is a bit better (65/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT7 or the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Realme GT7 is noticeably better than the Sony Xperia 1 III — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Realme GT7 and the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Realme GT7 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Sony Xperia 1 III — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 or the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 or the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Realme GT7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT7 over the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Sony Xperia 1 III is a better fit for active users.