Realme GT7 vs Sony Xperia 5 IV
The Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Sony Xperia 5 IV (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 67/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Realme GT7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,415,876 vs 1,242,193); the Sony Xperia 5 IV is noticeably lighter (172g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7
Sony Xperia 5 IV
What makes Realme GT7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2415876 vs 1242193
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (61/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 5 IV better?
- Lighter: 172g vs 206g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT7 vs the Sony Xperia 5 IV, the Realme GT7 scores 10 points higher (77/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 leads (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (61/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (90/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (74/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT7 | Sony Xperia 5 IV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 2415876 | 1242193 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 119 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12, upgradable to Android 13 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | — | 156.0×67.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 172 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT7 and Sony Xperia 5 IV, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 leads Sony Xperia 5 IV by 94.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Sony Xperia 5 IV
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (84/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (61/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (90/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (74/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT7 or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Realme GT7 is noticeably better than the Sony Xperia 5 IV — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Realme GT7 and the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Realme GT7 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Sony Xperia 5 IV — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Realme GT7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT7 over the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Sony Xperia 5 IV is a better fit for active users.