Realme Neo7 vs Redmi 17
The Realme Neo7 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, while the Redmi 17 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo7 leads — 67/100 vs 46/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 7000); the Realme Neo7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,550,332 vs 624,021); the Realme Neo7 is noticeably lighter (213g vs 232g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo7
Redmi 17
What makes Realme Neo7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2550332 vs 624021
- Better Geekbench Single: 2249 vs 976
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7352 vs 2250
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Lighter: 213g vs 232g
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 49/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 62/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (45/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Redmi 17 better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 7000 mAh
- Overall rating 46/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo7 vs the Redmi 17, the Realme Neo7 scores 21 points higher (67/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 leads (84/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 (84/100 vs 49/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Redmi 17 (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 is a bit better (68/100 vs 62/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo7 is a bit better (45/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo7 | Redmi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2550332 | 624021 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2249 | 976 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7352 | 2250 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 825 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.6×76.4×8.6 mm | 170.1×78.4×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 232 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo7
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo7
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 17
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 17
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo7 and Redmi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo7 leads Redmi 17 by 308.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 (84/100 vs 49/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Redmi 17 (84/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 is a bit better (68/100 vs 62/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo7 is a bit better (45/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo7 or the Redmi 17?
The Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 by 21 points (67/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo7 and the Redmi 17?
The Realme Neo7 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Redmi 17 — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo7 or the Redmi 17?
The Realme Neo7 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo7 or the Redmi 17?
The Realme Neo7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo7 over the Redmi 17?
The Realme Neo7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.