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 (2,496,976 vs 1,232,200); the Sony Xperia 1 III is noticeably lighter (186g vs 206g).
Realme GT7
Sony Xperia 1 III
- Higher AnTuTu: 2496976 vs 1232200
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 1488
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 3373
- 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)
- Lighter: 186g vs 206g
- Better display (90/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (65/100 vs 53/100)
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 — 90/100, Sony Xperia 1 III — 28/100; 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 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).
| Specification | Realme GT7 | Sony Xperia 1 III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 2496976 | 1232200 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 1488 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 3373 | |
| 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 |
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Sony Xperia 1 III
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 III
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1644x3840
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Sony Xperia 1 III
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 11W
We compared Realme GT7 and Sony Xperia 1 III, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 leads Sony Xperia 1 III by 102.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $879. Realme GT7 was $879 cheaper at launch.
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).
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.