Realme Neo7 vs Vivo X21i
The Realme Neo7 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, while the Vivo X21i (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio P60. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo7 leads — 67/100 vs 30/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3425); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Realme Neo7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,550,332 vs 314,537); the Realme Neo7 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo X21i doesn't; the Vivo X21i is noticeably lighter (159g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo7
Vivo X21i
What makes Realme Neo7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2550332 vs 314537
- Better Geekbench Single: 2249 vs 341
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7352 vs 779
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3425 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 20/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 15/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Vivo X21i better?
- Lighter: 159g vs 213g
- Better portability (94/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo7 vs the Vivo X21i, the Realme Neo7 scores 37 points higher (67/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 leads (84/100 vs 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 leads (35/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 leads (68/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (84/100 vs 20/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 and the Vivo X21i are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Vivo X21i (35/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (68/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X21i significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 (94/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo7 | Vivo X21i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | MediaTek Helio P60 | |
| AnTuTu | 2550332 | 314537 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2249 | 341 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7352 | 779 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1080x2280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 3425 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 24 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 | Android 8.1 (Oreo); Funtouch 4 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.6×76.4×8.6 mm | 154.4×75.0×7.0 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 159 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo7
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X21i
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 24MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo7
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X21i
- 6.3" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2280
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Realme Neo7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X21i
- 3425 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo7 and Vivo X21i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo7 leads Vivo X21i by 710.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (84/100 vs 20/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 and the Vivo X21i are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Vivo X21i (35/100 vs 15/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i (68/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X21i significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 (94/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo7 or the Vivo X21i?
The Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Vivo X21i by 37 points (67/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo7 and the Vivo X21i?
The Realme Neo7 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo X21i — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo7 or the Vivo X21i?
The Realme Neo7 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 15/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo7 or the Vivo X21i?
The Realme Neo7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo7 over the Vivo X21i?
The Realme Neo7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.