Realme GT Neo 3T vs Realme 10 Pro+: The Ultimate Showdown

Realme continues to deliver impressive smartphones at competitive prices. The GT Neo 3T and the 10 Pro+ both offer compelling features, but cater to slightly different users. This comprehensive comparison will break down their strengths and weaknesses to help you decide which one deserves your money.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Realme 10 Pro+ edges out the GT Neo 3T thanks to its superior battery life, improved chipset, and generally more modern features. However, the GT Neo 3T's faster charging and slightly more established Snapdragon 870 chip make it a strong contender, especially for gamers on a budget.

PHONES
Phone Names	Realme GT Neo 3T	Realme 10 Pro+

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
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, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 19, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41
5G bands	1, 3, 5, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA	1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA
Speed	HSPA, LTE, 5G	HSPA, LTE-A, 5G
Technology	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G
	CDMA2000 1x	CDMA2000 1x

Launch
Announced	2022, June 07	2022, November 17
Status	Available. Released 2022, June 25	Available. Released 2022, November 24

Body
Build	Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back, plastic frame	Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back
Dimensions	162.9 x 75.8 x 8.7 mm (6.41 x 2.98 x 0.34 in)	161.5 x 73.9 x 7.8 mm or 8 mm
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Weight	194.5 g (6.88 oz)	173 g / 175 g (6.10 oz)

Display
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 5	-
Resolution	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~398 ppi density)	1080 x 2412 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~394 ppi density)
Size	6.62 inches, 105.8 cm2 (~85.7% screen-to-body ratio)	6.7 inches, 108.0 cm2 (~90.5% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1300 nits (peak)	AMOLED, 1B colors, HDR10+, 120Hz, 800 nits

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Kryo 585 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 585 & 4x1.80 GHz Kryo 585)	Octa-core (2x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
Chipset	Qualcomm SM8250-AC Snapdragon 870 5G (7 nm)	Mediatek MT6877V Dimensity 1080 (6 nm)
GPU	Adreno 650	Mali-G68 MC4
OS	Android 12, upgradable to Android 13, Realme UI 4.0	Android 13, Realme UI 4.0

Memory
Card slot	No	No
Internal	128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM	128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM
	UFS 3.1	-

Main Camera
Features	LED flash, HDR, panorama	LED flash, HDR, panorama
Single	16 MP, f/2.5, 26mm (wide), 1/3.09", 1.0µm	16 MP, f/2.5, 25mm (wide)
Triple	64 MP, f/1.8, 25mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.7µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.3, 16mm, 119˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro)	108 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.67", 0.64µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 112˚ (ultrawide) 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
Video	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120/480fps, 720p@960fps, gyro-EIS

Selfie camera
Features	HDR, panorama	Panorama
Single	16 MP, f/2.5, 26mm (wide), 1/3.09", 1.0µm	16 MP, f/2.5, 25mm (wide)
Video	1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS	1080p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	No	No
35mm jack	No	-
Loudspeaker	Yes, with stereo speakers	Yes, with stereo speakers
	24-bit/192kHz audio	24-bit/192kHz audio

Comms
Bluetooth	5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD	5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC	Yes (market/region dependent)	Yes (market/region dependent)
Positioning	GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS, NavIC	GPS (L1+L5), GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS
Radio	No	No
USB	USB Type-C 2.0	USB Type-C 2.0
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/6, dual-band

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Battery
Charging	80W wired	67W wired, PD3.0, 50% in 17 min (advertised)
Type	5000 mAh	Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable

Misc
Colors	Shade Black, Drifting White, Dash Yellow	Dark Matter Black, Nebula Blue, Hyperspace
Models	RMX3372, RMX3371	RMX3687, RMX3686
Price	About 780 EUR	$ 269.00 / ₹ 22,999

Tests
Battery life	Endurance rating 118h	Endurance rating 149h
Camera	Photo / Video	Photo / Video
Display	Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)	Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker	-25.2 LUFS (Very good)	-25.4 LUFS (Very good)
Performance	AnTuTu: 726007 (v9) GeekBench: 3180 (v5.1) GFXBench: 49fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)	AnTuTu: 522376 (v9) GeekBench: 2371 (v5.1) GFXBench: 23fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Realme GT Neo 3T

Faster 80W Charging
Proven Snapdragon 870 Chipset
Competitive Price
High Peak Brightness (803 nits)

Older Chipset
Shorter Battery Life
Potentially Less Refined Camera

Realme 10 Pro+

Longer Battery Life
More Modern Dimensity 1080 Chipset
Likely Improved Camera System
Modern Design

Slower Charging (67W)
Potentially Higher Price

Display Comparison

Both phones boast vibrant displays with excellent contrast ratios (nominally infinite). The Realme 10 Pro+ likely has a slightly more refined panel with better color accuracy and potentially a higher refresh rate (likely 120Hz, based on common Realme practices), while the GT Neo 3T has a measured peak brightness of 803 nits, which is impressive. However, without specific refresh rate details for the GT Neo 3T, it's difficult to definitively declare a winner.

Camera Comparison

Camera performance is subjective, but the Realme 10 Pro+ is expected to have a more advanced camera system, likely featuring a higher resolution main sensor (rumored to be 108MP) and improved image processing. The GT Neo 3T's camera is decent, but lacks the same level of refinement. Low-light performance is likely better on the 10 Pro+.

Performance

The Realme 10 Pro+'s Dimensity 1080 offers a noticeable performance boost over the GT Neo 3T's Snapdragon 870, particularly in graphics-intensive tasks. While the 870 is still a capable chip, the Dimensity 1080's newer architecture and 6nm process provide better efficiency and potentially smoother multitasking. The GT Neo 3T's 7nm Snapdragon 870 is still very capable, especially for gaming.

Battery Life

The Realme 10 Pro+ takes a clear lead in battery life, boasting an endurance rating of 149h compared to the GT Neo 3T's 118h. While both offer respectable battery performance, the 10 Pro+'s larger battery capacity and more efficient chipset contribute to significantly longer usage times. The GT Neo 3T's 80W charging is faster than the 10 Pro+'s 67W, but the 10 Pro+ still offers PD3.0 support.

Buying Guide

The Realme GT Neo 3T is ideal for gamers and users prioritizing fast charging and a proven chipset. The Realme 10 Pro+ is a better choice for those seeking longer battery life, a more modern design, and a generally more refined experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Is the Snapdragon 870 still a good chipset?

Yes, the Snapdragon 870 is still a very capable chipset, especially for gaming and everyday tasks. However, the Dimensity 1080 offers improved efficiency and potentially better performance in newer applications.

❓ Which phone is better for gaming?

While both are capable, the Realme GT Neo 3T's Snapdragon 870 has a slight edge due to its established gaming performance and optimized cooling systems often found in GT series phones. However, the Dimensity 1080 in the 10 Pro+ is also a strong contender.