Realme Neo7 SE vs Samsung Galaxy A21s
The Realme Neo7 SE (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8400 Max, while the Samsung Galaxy A21s (2020) runs on the Exynos 850; launch prices were $260 and $215. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo7 SE leads — 64/100 vs 29/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo7 SE has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Realme Neo7 SE is faster in AnTuTu (2,081,324 vs 234,339); the Samsung Galaxy A21s is noticeably lighter (192g vs 212g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo7 SE
Samsung Galaxy A21s
What makes Realme Neo7 SE better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2081324 vs 234339
- Better Geekbench Single: 1579 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6100 vs 836
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 16/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A21s better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 212g
- Cheaper at launch: $215 vs $260
- Better portability (55/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo7 SE vs the Samsung Galaxy A21s, the Realme Neo7 SE scores 35 points higher (64/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 SE leads (77/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 SE leads (68/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Realme Neo7 SE — 76/100, Samsung Galaxy A21s — 16/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy A21s (77/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 SE significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 SE is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 SE notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (68/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo7 SE | Samsung Galaxy A21s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8400 Max | Exynos 850 | |
| AnTuTu | 2081324 | 234339 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1579 | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6100 | 836 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.5×76.3×8.6 mm | 163.7×75.3×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 212 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $260 | $215 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo7 SE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo7 SE
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo7 SE
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo7 SE and Samsung Galaxy A21s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo7 SE leads Samsung Galaxy A21s by 788.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $45. Samsung Galaxy A21s was $45 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 SE significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (77/100 vs 16/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 SE significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 SE is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 SE notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (68/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo7 SE or the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Realme Neo7 SE significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s by 35 points (64/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo7 SE and the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Realme Neo7 SE has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Samsung Galaxy A21s — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo7 SE or the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Realme Neo7 SE leads on camera score (35/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo7 SE or the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Realme Neo7 SE leads on performance (77/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo7 SE over the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Realme Neo7 SE is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.