Realme Neo7 vs Sony Xperia 1 IV
The Realme Neo7 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, while the Sony Xperia 1 IV (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo7 leads — 67/100 vs 65/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Realme Neo7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,550,332 vs 1,320,406); the Sony Xperia 1 IV is noticeably lighter (185g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo7
Sony Xperia 1 IV
What makes Realme Neo7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2550332 vs 1320406
- Better Geekbench Single: 2249 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7352 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 53/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 IV better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 213g
- Better camera (56/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo7 vs the Sony Xperia 1 IV, the Realme Neo7 scores 2 points higher (67/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 leads (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV leads (56/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 leads (68/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 IV (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 (56/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 IV (68/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 (66/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo7 | Sony Xperia 1 IV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 2550332 | 1320406 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2249 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7352 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1644x3840 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 30W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 118 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 162.6×76.4×8.6 mm | 165.0×71.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo7
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo7
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1644x3840
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo7 and Sony Xperia 1 IV, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo7 leads Sony Xperia 1 IV by 93.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 IV (84/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 (56/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 IV (68/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 (66/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo7 or the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Realme Neo7 edges out the Sony Xperia 1 IV by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo7 and the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Realme Neo7 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Sony Xperia 1 IV — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo7 or the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Sony Xperia 1 IV leads on camera score (56/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo7 or the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Realme Neo7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo7 over the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Realme Neo7 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Sony Xperia 1 IV is a better fit for active users.