Realme GT7 vs Xiaomi 12 Lite

The Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Xiaomi 12 Lite (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G; launch prices were $420 and $370. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 55/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Realme GT7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,496,976 vs 781,542); the Xiaomi 12 Lite is noticeably lighter (173g vs 206g).

The Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite by 22 points (77/100 vs 55/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7
Performance 84
Display 84
Camera 61
Battery 90
Portability 53
Value for money 90
Xiaomi 12 Lite
Performance 54
Display 80
Camera 49
Battery 38
Portability 82
Value for money 50
What makes Realme GT7 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2496976 vs 781542
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 1017
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 2943
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4300 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 67W

  • Higher performance (84/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better camera (61/100 vs 49/100)
  • Longer battery life (90/100 vs 38/100)
  • Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 Lite better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 206g
  • Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $420

  • Better portability (82/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme GT7 vs the Xiaomi 12 Lite, the Realme GT7 scores 22 points higher (77/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 leads (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 leads (61/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Realme GT7 — 90/100, Xiaomi 12 Lite — 50/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 and the Xiaomi 12 Lite are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (61/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (90/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (82/100 vs 53/100).

Realme GT7: The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi 12 Lite: The Xiaomi 12 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme GT7 Xiaomi 12 Lite
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9400e Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G
AnTuTu 2496976 781542
Geekbench Single 2233 1017
Geekbench Multi 7478 2943
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.5" AMOLED
Resolution 2780x1264 2400x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 120W 67W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB / 16GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 15 Android 12
Brightness (peak) 950 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP53
Dimensions 159.3×73.7×7.3 mm
Weight 206 g 173 g
Launch price $420 $370
Camera comparison
Realme GT7
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
61
camera
Xiaomi 12 Lite
  • Main: 108MP f/1.65
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
49
camera
Display comparison
Realme GT7
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2780x1264
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Xiaomi 12 Lite
  • 6.5" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display
Battery and charging
Realme GT7
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • Wireless charging: no data
90
battery
Xiaomi 12 Lite
  • 4300 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
38
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Realme GT7 and Xiaomi 12 Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Realme GT7 MediaTek Dimensity 9400e
77/100
2496976 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 12 Lite Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G
55/100 -219.5%
781542 AnTuTu

Realme GT7 leads Xiaomi 12 Lite by 219.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme GT7
$420
Xiaomi 12 Lite
$370

Launch price difference: $50. Xiaomi 12 Lite was $50 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (84/100 vs 54/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 and the Xiaomi 12 Lite are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (61/100 vs 49/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (90/100 vs 38/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (82/100 vs 53/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT7 or the Xiaomi 12 Lite?

The Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite by 22 points (77/100 vs 55/100).

What is the rating of the Realme GT7 and the Xiaomi 12 Lite?

The Realme GT7 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Xiaomi 12 Lite — 55/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 or the Xiaomi 12 Lite?

The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 49/100).

Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 or the Xiaomi 12 Lite?

The Realme GT7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 54/100).

Should you choose the Realme GT7 over the Xiaomi 12 Lite?

The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 12 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.