Realme Neo7 Turbo vs Tecno Pop 5X

The Realme Neo7 Turbo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads — 56/100 vs 9/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo7 Turbo has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Realme Neo7 Turbo has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 205g).

The Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 47 points (56/100 vs 9/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo7 Turbo
Performance 49
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 71
Design 43
Value for money 91
Tecno Pop 5X
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 12
Design 100
Value for money 55
What makes Realme Neo7 Turbo better?
  • Bigger battery: 7200 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP

  • Higher performance (49/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (31/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (71/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (91/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Pop 5X better?
  • Lighter: 150g vs 205g

  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme Neo7 Turbo vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Realme Neo7 Turbo scores 47 points higher (56/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads (49/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads (31/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads (71/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (49/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (31/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (71/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 Turbo (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (91/100 vs 55/100).

Realme Neo7 Turbo: The Realme Neo7 Turbo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Pop 5X: The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme Neo7 Turbo Tecno Pop 5X
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9400e Unisoc
AnTuTu 2502910
Geekbench Single 2233
Geekbench Multi 7478
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 1280x2800 720x1600
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 7200 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 100W
Main camera 50 MP 8 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 5 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 2GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 32GB
OS Android 15 Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS
Brightness (peak) 6500 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68/IP69
Dimensions 162.4×76.1×8.6 mm 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm
Weight 205 g 150 g
Price $270
Camera comparison
Realme Neo7 Turbo
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
31
camera
Tecno Pop 5X
  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Realme Neo7 Turbo
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Tecno Pop 5X
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Realme Neo7 Turbo
  • 7200 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
71
battery
Tecno Pop 5X
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Realme Neo7 Turbo
$270
Tecno Pop 5X
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (49/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (31/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (71/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 Turbo (100/100 vs 43/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (91/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo7 Turbo or the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 47 points (56/100 vs 9/100).

What is the rating of the Realme Neo7 Turbo and the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Realme Neo7 Turbo has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 9/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo7 Turbo or the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Realme Neo7 Turbo leads on camera score (31/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo7 Turbo or the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Realme Neo7 Turbo leads on performance (49/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Realme Neo7 Turbo over the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Realme Neo7 Turbo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.