Realme GT7 vs Vivo Y21
The Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Vivo Y21 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $420 and $178. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 44/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6500); the Realme GT7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,415,876 vs 528,398).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7
Vivo Y21
What makes Realme GT7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2415876 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 44W
- Lighter: 206g vs 209g
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (61/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (53/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Vivo Y21 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $178 vs $420
- Overall rating 44/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT7 vs the Vivo Y21, the Realme GT7 scores 33 points higher (77/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 leads (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 leads (61/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Realme GT7 — 80/100, Vivo Y21 — 54/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (61/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (90/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT7 and the Vivo Y21 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT7 | Vivo Y21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 2415876 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16, OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | — | 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $178 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo Y21
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y21
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo Y21
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT7 and Vivo Y21, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 leads Vivo Y21 by 357.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $242. Vivo Y21 was $242 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (84/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (84/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (61/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (90/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT7 and the Vivo Y21 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT7 or the Vivo Y21?
The Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 by 33 points (77/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT7 and the Vivo Y21?
The Realme GT7 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Vivo Y21 — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 or the Vivo Y21?
The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 or the Vivo Y21?
The Realme GT7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT7 over the Vivo Y21?
The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.