Realme Neo7 Turbo vs Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
The Realme Neo7 Turbo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 410; launch prices were $270 and $220. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads — 70/100 vs 16/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo7 Turbo has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 3100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 is noticeably lighter (159g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo7 Turbo
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
What makes Realme Neo7 Turbo better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 99
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 319
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 3100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 better?
- Lighter: 159g vs 205g
- Cheaper at launch: $220 vs $270
- Better portability (82/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo7 Turbo vs the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016, the Realme Neo7 Turbo scores 54 points higher (70/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads (85/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Realme Neo7 Turbo — 86/100, Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 — 0/100; 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 Turbo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (84/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (85/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 Turbo (82/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo7 Turbo | Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 | |
| AnTuTu | 2560650 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 99 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 319 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 5.2" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2800 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7200 mAh | 3100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 16GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×76.1×8.6 mm | 145.8×72.3×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 159 g | |
| Launch price | $270 | $220 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo7 Turbo
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo7 Turbo
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
- 5.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo7 Turbo
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
- 3100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (84/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (84/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (35/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (85/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 Turbo (82/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo7 Turbo or the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 by 54 points (70/100 vs 16/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo7 Turbo and the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 — 16/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo7 Turbo or the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo leads on camera score (35/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo7 Turbo or the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo7 Turbo over the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.