Realme GT Neo2 vs OnePlus 9RT 5G: A Detailed Performance and Value Showdown
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For the average user prioritizing sustained performance and battery life, the Realme GT Neo2 emerges as the winner. While the OnePlus 9RT 5G boasts the more potent Snapdragon 888, the GT Neo2’s Snapdragon 870 offers a more consistently smooth experience due to superior thermal management, and its excellent 111-hour endurance rating.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Realme GT Neo2 | OnePlus 9RT 5G |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1800 / 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, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 - Global |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 41, 78 SA/NSA - Global |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat18 1200/200 Mbps, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
| CDMA2000 1xEV-DO | CDMA2000 1xEV-DO | |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2021, September 22 | 2021, October 13 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, September 28 | Available. Released 2021, October 19 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame, plastic back | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | 162.9 x 75.8 x 9 mm (6.41 x 2.98 x 0.35 in) | 162.2 x 74.6 x 8.3 mm (6.39 x 2.94 x 0.33 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 199.8 g (7.05 oz) | 198.5 g (7.02 oz) |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~398 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~397 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.62 inches, 105.8 cm2 (~85.7% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.62 inches, 106.3 cm2 (~87.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1300 nits (peak) | AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+ |
| - | Always-on display | |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Kryo 585 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 585 & 4x1.80 GHz Kryo 585) | Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8250-AC Snapdragon 870 5G (7 nm) | Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 650 | Adreno 660 |
| OS | Android 11, upgradable to Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | Android 11, upgradable to Android 13, OxygenOS 13 |
| Memory | ||
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| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM |
| UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Quad | - | 50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56”, 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 16 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm 2 MP (macro) |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.5, 26mm (wide), 1/3.09", 1.0µm | 16 MP, f/2.4, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm |
| Triple | 64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.73", 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.3, 16mm, 119˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) | - |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, Auto HDR, 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 | 16 MP, f/2.4, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
| 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 | - | |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.2, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS, NavIC | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a) |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0, 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/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 65W wired, 100% in 36 min | 65W wired, 100% in 29 min |
| Type | 5000 mAh | Li-Po 4500 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Neo Black, Neo Blue, Neo Green | Hacker Black, Nano Silver, Blue |
| Models | RMX3370 | MT2110, MT2111 |
| Price | About 980 EUR | About 590 EUR |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | Endurance rating 111h | - |
| Camera | Photo / Video | - |
| Display | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) | - |
| Loudspeaker | -25.1 LUFS (Very good) | - |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 726039 (v9) GeekBench: 3185 (v5.1) GFXBench: 49fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | - |
Realme GT Neo2
- Excellent battery life (111h endurance)
- Superior thermal management with Snapdragon 870
- Faster charging than many competitors (65W)
- Chipset is not the absolute fastest available
- Camera specifications are unknown
OnePlus 9RT 5G
- More powerful Snapdragon 888 chipset
- Faster charging speed (29 minutes to 100%)
- Potentially refined image processing (based on OnePlus history)
- Snapdragon 888 prone to thermal throttling
- Likely shorter battery life compared to GT Neo2
Display Comparison
Both phones share a similar display philosophy – prioritizing refresh rate and responsiveness. However, the Realme GT Neo2 boasts a measured peak brightness of 659 nits, a figure the OnePlus 9RT’s display brightness is not specified. While both likely utilize AMOLED panels for vibrant colors and deep blacks, the GT Neo2’s higher peak brightness translates to better visibility under direct sunlight. Contrast ratios are nominally infinite on both, typical of AMOLED technology. Without specific details on the 9RT’s panel technology, the GT Neo2 holds a slight edge in display quality based on available data.
Camera Comparison
Both devices are listed as having Photo/Video capabilities, but detailed camera specifications are absent. Given the brands’ history, we can infer that the OnePlus 9RT likely benefits from OnePlus’s established image processing pipeline, potentially offering more refined image quality. However, without sensor size, aperture, or OIS details, a definitive comparison is impossible. It’s reasonable to assume both phones will deliver acceptable results in good lighting conditions, but low-light performance will be the key differentiator, and that remains unknown. The absence of detail suggests neither phone prioritizes camera performance as a primary selling point.
Performance
The core difference lies in the chipsets. The OnePlus 9RT 5G features the Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm), built on a smaller 5nm process. This theoretically allows for higher clock speeds and greater performance. Its CPU configuration, with a Cortex-X1 prime core clocked at 2.84 GHz, is designed for peak performance. However, the Snapdragon 888 is known to generate significant heat. The Realme GT Neo2, conversely, utilizes the Snapdragon 870 5G (7 nm). While not as powerful on paper, the 870’s larger 7nm process is more efficient, resulting in better thermal management. The GT Neo2’s CPU, with a Kryo 585 prime core at 3.2 GHz, provides excellent performance without the same risk of throttling. The 9RT’s superior raw processing power will be noticeable in benchmarks, but the GT Neo2 is likely to maintain more consistent performance during extended gaming sessions.
Battery Life
The Realme GT Neo2 boasts an impressive endurance rating of 111 hours, indicating excellent battery life. Both phones support 65W wired charging, achieving a 100% charge in 36 minutes for the GT Neo2 and a faster 29 minutes for the 9RT. This faster charging speed partially offsets any potential battery life disadvantage the 9RT might have due to the more power-hungry Snapdragon 888. However, the GT Neo2’s superior endurance rating suggests it will likely last longer on a single charge under typical usage, making it the better choice for users who prioritize all-day battery life.
Buying Guide
Buy the Realme GT Neo2 if you need a phone that can comfortably handle demanding games and daily tasks for extended periods without significant throttling, and if long battery life is a priority. Buy the OnePlus 9RT 5G if you absolutely require the peak performance offered by the Snapdragon 888, and are willing to accept potentially shorter sustained performance under heavy load and slightly less battery endurance. The 9RT is geared towards users who prioritize raw power over efficiency.