Realme GT7 vs Vivo X21i
The Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Vivo X21i (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio P60. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 30/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3425); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Realme GT7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,415,876 vs 314,537); the Vivo X21i is noticeably lighter (159g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7
Vivo X21i
What makes Realme GT7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2415876 vs 314537
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 341
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 779
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3425 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 20/100)
- Better camera (61/100 vs 15/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Vivo X21i better?
- Lighter: 159g vs 206g
- Better portability (94/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT7 vs the Vivo X21i, the Realme GT7 scores 47 points higher (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 leads (84/100 vs 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 leads (61/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (84/100 vs 20/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 and the Vivo X21i are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (61/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (90/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X21i significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 (94/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT7 | Vivo X21i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | MediaTek Helio P60 | |
| AnTuTu | 2415876 | 314537 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 341 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 779 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 1080x2280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 3425 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 24 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 8.1 (Oreo); Funtouch 4 | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Dimensions | — | 154.4×75.0×7.0 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 159 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X21i
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 24MP
Display comparison
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X21i
- 6.3" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2280
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X21i
- 3425 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT7 and Vivo X21i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 leads Vivo X21i by 668.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo X21i
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (84/100 vs 20/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 and the Vivo X21i are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (61/100 vs 15/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (90/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X21i significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 (94/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT7 or the Vivo X21i?
The Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i by 47 points (77/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT7 and the Vivo X21i?
The Realme GT7 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Vivo X21i — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 or the Vivo X21i?
The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 15/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 or the Vivo X21i?
The Realme GT7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT7 over the Vivo X21i?
The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.