Realme GT7 vs Xiaomi 12
The Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; launch prices were $420 and $750. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 64/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the Realme GT7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,415,876 vs 1,322,176); the Xiaomi 12 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7
Xiaomi 12
What makes Realme GT7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2415876 vs 1322176
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 67W
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $750
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (61/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 206g
- Better portability (69/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT7 vs the Xiaomi 12, the Realme GT7 scores 13 points higher (77/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 leads (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Realme GT7 — 80/100, Xiaomi 12 — 42/100; 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 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 and the Xiaomi 12 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (61/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (90/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (69/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT7 | Xiaomi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 2415876 | 1322176 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 113 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $750 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 12
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT7 and Xiaomi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 leads Xiaomi 12 by 82.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $330. Realme GT7 was $330 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (84/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 and the Xiaomi 12 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (61/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (90/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (69/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT7 or the Xiaomi 12?
The Realme GT7 is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 12 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Realme GT7 and the Xiaomi 12?
The Realme GT7 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Xiaomi 12 — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 or the Xiaomi 12?
The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 or the Xiaomi 12?
The Realme GT7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT7 over the Xiaomi 12?
The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for active users.