Realme Neo7 SE vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Realme Neo7 SE (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8400 Max, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $260 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 64/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo7 SE has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 2,081,324).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo7 SE
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What makes Realme Neo7 SE better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 60W
- Lighter: 212g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $260 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 61/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 2081324
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1579
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 6100
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo7 SE vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 20 points higher (84/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Realme Neo7 SE — 76/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (96/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Realme Neo7 SE are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 SE is a bit better (68/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo7 SE | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8400 Max | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2081324 | 3463142 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1579 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6100 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.5×76.3×8.6 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 212 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $260 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo7 SE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo7 SE
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo7 SE
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo7 SE and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Realme Neo7 SE by 39.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1039. Realme Neo7 SE was $1039 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (96/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Realme Neo7 SE are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (86/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 SE is a bit better (68/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo7 SE or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE by 20 points (84/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo7 SE and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Realme Neo7 SE has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo7 SE or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo7 SE or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo7 SE over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Realme Neo7 SE is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.