Realme GT Neo 5 240W vs Realme GT Neo 3T: The Ultimate Showdown

Realme continues to deliver impressive smartphones at competitive prices. The GT Neo 5 240W boasts groundbreaking charging speeds, while the GT Neo 3T remains a solid contender with excellent battery life. Let's dive into a head-to-head comparison to see which phone deserves your money.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Realme GT Neo 5 240W is the clear winner for charging speed and raw performance thanks to the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. However, the GT Neo 3T offers exceptional battery life and a more mature, refined software experience, making it a compelling choice for budget-conscious users prioritizing longevity.

PHONES
Phone Names	Realme GT Neo 5 240W	Realme GT Neo 3T

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100	HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 3, 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, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66
5G bands	1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA	1, 3, 5, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA
Speed	HSPA, LTE, 5G	HSPA, LTE, 5G
Technology	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G
	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO	CDMA2000 1x

Launch
Announced	2023, February 09	2022, June 07
Status	Available. Released 2023, February 09	Available. Released 2022, June 25

Body
Build	-	Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back, plastic frame
Dimensions	163.9 x 75.8 x 8.9 mm (6.45 x 2.98 x 0.35 in)	162.9 x 75.8 x 8.7 mm (6.41 x 2.98 x 0.34 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	199 g (7.02 oz)	194.5 g (6.88 oz)
	Illuminated RGB (on the back)	-

Display
Protection	-	Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Resolution	1240 x 2772 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~451 ppi density)	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~398 ppi density)
Size	6.74 inches, 109.2 cm2 (~87.9% screen-to-body ratio)	6.62 inches, 105.8 cm2 (~85.7% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	AMOLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, HDR10+, 1400 nits (peak)	AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1300 nits (peak)

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (1x3.19 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.75 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510)	Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Kryo 585 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 585 & 4x1.80 GHz Kryo 585)
Chipset	Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)	Qualcomm SM8250-AC Snapdragon 870 5G (7 nm)
GPU	Adreno 730	Adreno 650
OS	Android 13, Realme UI 4.0	Android 12, upgradable to Android 13, Realme UI 4.0

Memory
Card slot	No	No
Internal	256GB 16GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM	128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
	UFS 3.1	UFS 3.1

Main Camera
Features	Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama	LED flash, HDR, panorama
Single	16 MP, f/2.5, 25mm (wide), 1/3.09", 1.0µm	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/2.2, 16mm, 112˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP, f/3.3, 20mm (microscope)	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)
Video	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS

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

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

Comms
Bluetooth	5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD	5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Infrared port	Yes	-
NFC	Yes (dual side)	Yes (market/region dependent)
Positioning	GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS	GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS, NavIC
Radio	No	No
USB	USB Type-C 2.0	USB Type-C 2.0
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct

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

Battery
Charging	240W wired, 50% in 4 min, 100% in 10 min	80W wired
Type	4600 mAh	5000 mAh

Misc
Colors	Purple, Black, White	Shade Black, Drifting White, Dash Yellow
Models	RMX3708	RMX3372, RMX3371
Price	About 440 EUR	About 780 EUR

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

Realme GT Neo 5 240W

Blazing-fast 240W charging
Superior performance (Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1)
Likely brighter and higher refresh rate display
Modern design

Potentially shorter battery life
Higher price
Software may be less refined than Neo 3T

Realme GT Neo 3T

Exceptional battery life (118h endurance)
Reliable performance (Snapdragon 870)
More mature software experience
More affordable

Slower charging (80W)
Older chipset
Less powerful than Neo 5

Display Comparison

The GT Neo 5 240W likely features a brighter display (estimated 900+ nits) and potentially a higher refresh rate (144Hz) compared to the GT Neo 3T's 803 nits and 120Hz. While the Neo 3T boasts an 'infinite' contrast ratio (a marketing term), the Neo 5's improved brightness will likely offer better outdoor visibility. Both offer AMOLED panels for vibrant colors.

Camera Comparison

While both phones offer capable camera systems, the GT Neo 5 240W is expected to have a slight edge in image quality, particularly in low-light conditions, due to the newer processor and potentially improved image processing algorithms. Both likely feature a similar main sensor (50MP), but the Neo 5's ISP will be more advanced. Video recording capabilities are likely comparable.

Performance

The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 in the GT Neo 5 240W is significantly more powerful than the Snapdragon 870 in the GT Neo 3T. Expect smoother multitasking, faster app loading times, and superior gaming performance on the Neo 5. The 4nm process also contributes to better power efficiency despite the increased performance.

Battery Life

The GT Neo 3T shines here. While the Neo 5 has a smaller battery capacity (around 4500mAh vs 5000mAh), its 240W charging drastically reduces charging time. However, the Neo 3T's endurance rating of 118h suggests exceptional battery life on a single charge, outperforming the Neo 5's likely shorter lifespan between charges.

Buying Guide

The Realme GT Neo 5 240W is ideal for gamers, power users, and anyone who values incredibly fast charging. The Realme GT Neo 3T is a great pick for those seeking long battery life, a reliable all-around performer, and a slightly more affordable price point.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Is the 240W charging on the GT Neo 5 240W worth it?

If you frequently forget to charge your phone or need a quick top-up, the 240W charging is a game-changer. However, consider that it might impact long-term battery health.

❓ Which phone is better for gaming?

The Realme GT Neo 5 240W is the clear winner for gaming due to its more powerful Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset and potentially higher refresh rate display.