Realme GT Neo 7 vs vivo iQOO Neo 9
Compare Realme GT Neo 7 vs vivo iQOO Neo 9 side by side: MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 7000mAh vs 5160mAh battery, $399 vs $699…
Realme
GT Neo 7
$399
5categories won
vivo
iQOO Neo 9
$699
5categories won
3 categories tied · 13 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Realme GT Neo 7 takes the overall win
The Realme GT Neo 7 claims the overall win over the vivo iQOO Neo 9, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the GT Neo 7 leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the GT Neo 7. Choose the GT Neo 7 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iQOO Neo 9 if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
GT Neo 7 wins on endurance with 7,000 mAh and 80W fast charging.
GT Neo 7 leads gaming and raw performance powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ and 16GB RAM.
GT Neo 7 wins photography with 50MP main imaging.
GT Neo 7 provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $399 vs $699.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
GT Neo 7 vs iQOO Neo 9: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | GT Neo 7 | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.78" | 6.78" |
| Resolution | 1264 x 2780 | 1260 x 2800Winner |
| Pixel density | 450 ppi | 453 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 HzWinner |
| Peak brightness | 6500 nitsWinner | 1400 nits |
Performance
| Specification | GT Neo 7 | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| Process node | 4 nm | — |
| AnTuTu score | 2,400,000Winner | 1,620,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 7500Winner | 5440 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GB | — |
| Maximum storage | 1TB | — |
Camera
| Specification | GT Neo 7 | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | — |
| Rear cameras | 2 | — |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | — |
| Selfie camera | 16 MP | 16 MP |
| Max video | 4K at 60fps | 8K@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | GT Neo 7 | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 7,000 mAhWinner | 5,160 mAh |
| Wired charging | 80 W | 120 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
Design
| Specification | GT Neo 7 | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 213 g | 190 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.56 mm | 8 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP68/IP69 | IP54 |
| Build | Aerospace aluminum composite midframe, Armor Glass rear panel | — |
Software and support
| Specification | GT Neo 7 | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 15 | 14 |
| OS updates | 3 years | — |
| Security updates | 4 years | — |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | GT Neo 7 | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $399Winner | $699 |
Realme GT Neo 7
Realme packs an astonishing 7000mAh Titan silicon-carbon battery into an 8.56mm chassis, powered by the flagship Dimensity 9300+ chipset with IP68/IP69 dual ratings at under $400.
- Display
- 6.78"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Dimensity 9300+
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 7,000mAh
vivo iQOO Neo 9
iQOO Neo 9 brings flagship Sony IMX920 camera sensor from the X100, 144Hz LTPO AMOLED screen, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 silicon, and 120W charging into an aggressively priced powerhouse.
- Display
- 6.78"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
- Battery
- 5,160mAh
- Software
- 14