Realme GT Neo 3 150W vs. Samsung Galaxy S22+: A Deep Dive Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For the average user prioritizing a balanced experience, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ 5G emerges as the better choice. Its brighter, more refined display, coupled with Samsung’s software and camera expertise, outweigh the GT Neo 3’s charging speed advantage. However, gamers and power users will find the GT Neo 3’s performance compelling.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Realme GT Neo 3 150W | Samsung Galaxy S22+ 5G |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 75, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (7CA) Cat20 2000/200 Mbps, 5G (5+ Gbps DL) |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
| CDMA2000 1xEV-DO | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 41, 66, 71, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - USA | |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2022, March 22 | 2022, February 09 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, March 30 | Available. Released 2022, February 25 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | - | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus+), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus+), aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | 163.3 x 75.6 x 8.2 mm (6.43 x 2.98 x 0.32 in) | 157.4 x 75.8 x 7.6 mm (6.20 x 2.98 x 0.30 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | · Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time) |
| Weight | 188 g (6.63 oz) | 195 g / 196 g (mmWave) (6.88 oz) |
| - | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) Armor aluminum frame with tougher drop and scratch resistance (advertised) | |
| Display | ||
|---|---|---|
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2412 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~394 ppi density) | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~393 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.7 inches, 108.0 cm2 (~87.5% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.6 inches, 105.3 cm2 (~88.3% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+ | Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1750 nits (peak) |
| - | Always-on display | |
| Platform | ||
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.85 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (1x2.8 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A510) - EuropeOcta-core (1x3.00 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) - ROW |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 8100 (5 nm) | Exynos 2200 (4 nm) - EuropeQualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) - ROW |
| GPU | Mali-G610 MC6 | Xclipse 920 - EuropeAdreno 730 - ROW |
| OS | Android 12, upgradable to Android 13, Realme UI 3.0 | Android 12, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1.1 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.5, 26mm (wide), 1/3.09", 1.0µm | - |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.3, 15mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) | 50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 10 MP, f/2.4, 70mm (telephoto), 1/3.94", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55" 1.4µm, Super Steady video |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR, panorama | HDR |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.5, 26mm (wide), 1/3.09", 1.0µm | 10 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.24", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF |
| Video | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| 35mm jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 24-bit/192kHz audio | 32-bit/384kHz audio Tuned by AKG | |
| Comms | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.2, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | Yes (dual side) | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 3.2, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
| - | Samsung DeX, Samsung Wireless DeX (desktop experience support) Bixby natural language commands and dictation Samsung Pay (Visa, MasterCard certified) Ultra Wideband (UWB) support | |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 150W wired, 50% in 5 min | 45W wired, PD3.0 15W wireless (Qi) 4.5W reverse wireless |
| Type | 4500 mAh | Li-Ion 4500 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Plain Black (Asphalt Black), Silverstone White (Sprint White), Le Mans Blue (Nitro Blue), Naruto edition | Phantom Black, White, Pink Gold, Green, Graphite, Sky Blue, Violet, Cream, Bora Purple |
| Models | RMX3563, RMX3562 | SM-S906B, SM-S906B/DS, SM-S906U, SM-S906U1, SM-S906W, SM-S906N, SM-S9060, SM-S906E, SM-S906E/DS, SM-S906L |
| Price | About 520 EUR | € 236.99 / $ 194.37 / £ 349.00 |
| SAR | - | 1.19 W/kg (head) 1.08 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU | - | 0.57 W/kg (head) 1.40 W/kg (body) |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | Endurance rating 102h | Endurance rating 97h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Display | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | -27.1 LUFS (Good) | -26.0 LUFS (Very good) |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 819348 (v9) GeekBench: 4079 (v5.1) GFXBench: 53fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | AnTuTu: 722495 (v8), 886916 (v9) GeekBench: 3528 (v5.1) GFXBench: 68fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Realme GT Neo 3 150W
- Blazing-fast 150W charging
- Powerful MediaTek Dimensity 8100 chipset
- Competitive price point
- Less refined camera system
- Software experience may not be as polished as Samsung's
Samsung Galaxy S22+ 5G
- Superior display brightness and quality
- Versatile and refined camera system
- Polished software experience with long-term support
- Slower 45W charging
- Potential for thermal throttling with Exynos variant
Display Comparison
The Samsung Galaxy S22+ boasts a significant advantage in display quality, achieving a measured peak brightness of 1214 nits. While both phones share an 'Infinite' (nominal) contrast ratio, the S22+'s higher brightness translates to superior visibility in direct sunlight. The GT Neo 3’s display specifications are less detailed, lacking specific brightness figures, suggesting a less vibrant outdoor experience. Both likely utilize AMOLED panels, but the S22+’s panel is likely LTPO, enabling variable refresh rates for improved efficiency, a feature not explicitly mentioned for the GT Neo 3.
Camera Comparison
Samsung’s Galaxy S22+ excels in camera capabilities, though specific sensor details are omitted in the provided data. Samsung’s image processing is renowned for its vibrant colors and detail. The GT Neo 3’s camera specifications are similarly vague, focusing only on 'Photo / Video' capabilities. While the GT Neo 3 likely offers a competent camera experience, it’s unlikely to match the S22+'s image quality, particularly in low-light conditions or when utilizing advanced features like optical image stabilization (OIS), which is a staple of Samsung flagships. The absence of detail regarding the GT Neo 3’s sensor size and aperture suggests a less sophisticated camera system.
Performance
The chipset choice is a key differentiator. The Realme GT Neo 3 150W utilizes the MediaTek Dimensity 8100 (5nm), while the Galaxy S22+ comes in two variants: the Exynos 2200 (4nm) in Europe and the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4nm) in other regions. The Dimensity 8100’s octa-core configuration (4x2.85 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) is geared towards sustained performance, potentially offering better thermal management than the Exynos 2200, which has been known to throttle under heavy load. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 variant of the S22+ offers comparable performance to the Dimensity 8100, but still faces thermal challenges. The S22+'s CPU configuration (Cortex-X2 core) provides a slight edge in single-core performance, but the Dimensity 8100’s efficiency could translate to longer gaming sessions.
Battery Life
Both phones achieve similar endurance ratings – 102 hours for the GT Neo 3 and 97 hours for the S22+. However, the charging speeds are drastically different. The GT Neo 3’s 150W wired charging can replenish 50% of the battery in just 5 minutes, a game-changer for users constantly on the go. The S22+ offers a more modest 45W wired charging (PD3.0), 15W wireless charging (Qi), and 4.5W reverse wireless charging. While the S22+’s wireless charging adds convenience, the GT Neo 3’s speed is unmatched. The slightly lower endurance rating of the S22+ is likely offset by its more efficient chipset in real-world usage.
Buying Guide
Buy the Realme GT Neo 3 150W if you absolutely need the fastest charging available and prioritize raw processing power for gaming or demanding tasks, and are willing to compromise on camera refinement and software polish. Buy the Samsung Galaxy S22+ 5G if you value a premium display, a more polished software experience, a versatile camera system, and long-term software support, even if it means slower charging and potentially more thermal throttling under sustained load.