Realme Neo7 SE vs Redmi Note 9S
The Realme Neo7 SE (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8400 Max, while the Redmi Note 9S (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G; launch prices were $260 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo7 SE leads — 64/100 vs 39/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo7 SE has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Realme Neo7 SE is faster in AnTuTu (2,081,324 vs 517,460); the Realme Neo7 SE has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 9S doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo7 SE
Redmi Note 9S
What makes Realme Neo7 SE better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2081324 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 1579 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6100 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5020 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Redmi Note 9S better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 212g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $260
- Overall rating 39/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo7 SE vs the Redmi Note 9S, the Realme Neo7 SE scores 25 points higher (64/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 SE leads (77/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 SE leads (68/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Realme Neo7 SE — 76/100, Redmi Note 9S — 38/100; 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 Neo7 SE significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (77/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 SE significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (84/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 SE and the Redmi Note 9S are nearly equal (35/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 SE notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (68/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo7 SE and the Redmi Note 9S are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo7 SE | Redmi Note 9S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8400 Max | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | 2081324 | 517460 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1579 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6100 | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5020 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 10 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 450 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.5×76.3×8.6 mm | 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 212 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $260 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo7 SE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 9S
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo7 SE
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 9S
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo7 SE
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 9S
- 5020 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo7 SE and Redmi Note 9S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo7 SE leads Redmi Note 9S by 302.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $60. Redmi Note 9S was $60 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 SE significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (77/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 SE significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (84/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 SE and the Redmi Note 9S are nearly equal (35/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 SE notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (68/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo7 SE and the Redmi Note 9S are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo7 SE or the Redmi Note 9S?
The Realme Neo7 SE significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S by 25 points (64/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo7 SE and the Redmi Note 9S?
The Realme Neo7 SE has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Redmi Note 9S — 39/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo7 SE or the Redmi Note 9S?
The Realme Neo7 SE leads on performance (77/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo7 SE over the Redmi Note 9S?
The Realme Neo7 SE is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.