Realme Neo7 Turbo vs Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
The Realme Neo7 Turbo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7880; launch prices were $270 and $380. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads — 70/100 vs 18/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo7 Turbo has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 16 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 is noticeably lighter (157g vs 205g).
Realme Neo7 Turbo
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 175
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 760
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $270 vs $380
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 1/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 51/100)
- Lighter: 157g vs 205g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Realme Neo7 Turbo vs the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017, the Realme Neo7 Turbo scores 52 points higher (70/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads (84/100 vs 1/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads (35/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads (85/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Realme Neo7 Turbo — 88/100, Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 — 0/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (84/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (84/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (35/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (85/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 Turbo (84/100 vs 50/100).
| Specification | Realme Neo7 Turbo | Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | Samsung Exynos 7880 | |
| AnTuTu | 2502910 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 175 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 760 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 5.2" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2800 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7200 mAh | 3000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 3GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×76.1×8.6 mm | 146.1×71.4×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 157 g | |
| Launch price | $270 | $380 |
Realme Neo7 Turbo
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme Neo7 Turbo
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
- 5.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme Neo7 Turbo
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Launch price difference: $110. Realme Neo7 Turbo was $110 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (84/100 vs 1/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (84/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (35/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (85/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 Turbo (84/100 vs 50/100).
Which is better: the Realme Neo7 Turbo or the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 by 52 points (70/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo7 Turbo and the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 — 18/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo7 Turbo or the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo leads on camera score (35/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo7 Turbo or the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo leads on performance (84/100 vs 1/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo7 Turbo over the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 is a better fit for everyday use.