Realme Neo7 Turbo vs Vivo Y21
The Realme Neo7 Turbo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Vivo Y21 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $270 and $178. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads — 70/100 vs 44/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo7 Turbo has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 6500); the Realme Neo7 Turbo is faster in AnTuTu (2,560,650 vs 528,398).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo7 Turbo
Vivo Y21
What makes Realme Neo7 Turbo better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2560650 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Lighter: 205g vs 209g
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Vivo Y21 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $178 vs $270
- Overall rating 44/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo7 Turbo vs the Vivo Y21, the Realme Neo7 Turbo scores 26 points higher (70/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads (85/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Realme Neo7 Turbo — 86/100, Vivo Y21 — 54/100; 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 Vivo Y21 (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (85/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo and the Vivo Y21 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo7 Turbo | Vivo Y21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 2560650 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1280x2800 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7200 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16, OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×76.1×8.6 mm | 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $270 | $178 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo7 Turbo
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo Y21
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo7 Turbo
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y21
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo7 Turbo
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo Y21
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo7 Turbo and Vivo Y21, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo7 Turbo leads Vivo Y21 by 384.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $92. Vivo Y21 was $92 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (84/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (84/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (85/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo and the Vivo Y21 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo7 Turbo or the Vivo Y21?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 by 26 points (70/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo7 Turbo and the Vivo Y21?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Vivo Y21 — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo7 Turbo or the Vivo Y21?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo leads on camera score (35/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo7 Turbo or the Vivo Y21?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo leads on performance (84/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo7 Turbo over the Vivo Y21?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.