Realme X7 Pro vs OnePlus 8T: A Detailed Comparison of Flagship Performance and Value
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For the average user prioritizing all-around performance and a polished software experience, the OnePlus 8T emerges as the slightly better choice. While the Realme X7 Pro boasts faster charging, the OnePlus 8T’s Snapdragon 865 offers a more consistently smooth experience, and its display is demonstrably brighter.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Realme X7 Pro | OnePlus 8T |
| 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, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41 - International | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 66 - EU |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - International | 1, 3, 7, 28, 41, 78 SA/NSA - EU |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G 2.3 Gbps DL | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat18 1200/200 Mbps, 5G 7.5 Gbps DL |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 1, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA - China | 41, 78, 79 SA/NSA - CN | |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2020, September 01. Released 2020, September 15 | 2020, October 14 |
| Status | Discontinued | Available. Released 2020, October 16 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | - | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | 160.8 x 75.1 x 8.5 mm (6.33 x 2.96 x 0.33 in) | 160.7 x 74.1 x 8.4 mm (6.33 x 2.92 x 0.33 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 184 g (6.49 oz) | 188 g (6.63 oz) |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~402 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~402 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.55 inches, 103.6 cm2 (~85.8% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.55 inches, 103.6 cm2 (~87.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | Super AMOLED, 120Hz | Fluid AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+ |
| - | Always-on display | |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.6 GHz Cortex-A77 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-A77 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A77 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 1000+ (7 nm) | Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 5G (7 nm+) |
| GPU | Mali-G77 MC9 | Adreno 650 |
| OS | Android 10, upgradable to Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 | Android 11, upgradable to Android 14, OxygenOS 14 |
| Memory | ||
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| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM |
| UFS 2.1 | UFS 3.1 | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Quad | 64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.72", 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.3, 119˚, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens | 48 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS 16 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm 5 MP (macro) 2 MP, f/2.4, (monochrome) |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, Auto HDR, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR | HDR |
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.5, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm | 16 MP, f/2.4, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm |
| Video | 1080p@30/120fps, 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 | 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a) |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 3.1, 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, DLNA |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer (market dependant) |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 65W wired, 100% in 35 min (China/Asia) 50W wired (Taiwan/Europe) | 65W wired, 100% in 39 min |
| Type | 4500 mAh | Li-Po 4500 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Iridescent (Fantasy), Aerolite Black (Mystic Black), Skyline White | Aquamarine Green, Lunar Silver, Cyberpunk 2077 Edition |
| Models | RMX2121, RMX2111 | KB2001, KB2000, KB2003, KB2005 |
| Price | About 470 EUR | € 130.75 |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 104h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Display | - | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | - | -24.0 LUFS (Very good) |
| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 586000 (v8) GeekBench: 3126 (v5.1) GFXBench: 46fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Realme X7 Pro
- Significantly faster charging (35 min in Asia)
- Potentially more affordable price point
- Dimensity 1000+ offers strong performance
- Realme UI may not appeal to all users
- Less established brand reputation
- Display brightness likely lower than OnePlus 8T
OnePlus 8T
- Brighter display for better outdoor visibility
- Refined and polished OxygenOS software
- Snapdragon 865 offers consistent performance
- Slightly slower charging speed (39 min)
- Potentially higher price point
- Thermal throttling can occur under sustained load
Display Comparison
The OnePlus 8T features a brighter display, reaching a measured peak brightness of 802 nits, compared to an unspecified brightness for the Realme X7 Pro. This difference is noticeable in direct sunlight, giving the 8T a clear advantage for outdoor use. Both displays share an 'infinite' contrast ratio, typical of AMOLED panels, but the 8T’s higher peak brightness translates to a more vibrant and readable image in various lighting conditions. While both likely utilize high refresh rate panels (a common feature in this segment), the Realme X7 Pro’s PWM dimming rate isn’t specified, potentially making the 8T a better choice for users sensitive to screen flicker.
Camera Comparison
Both phones offer capable camera systems, but detailed sensor information is limited. The focus should be on image processing and overall image quality. While both are advertised as capable of photo and video, the Realme X7 Pro’s camera system is less documented. The OnePlus 8T likely benefits from OnePlus’s established camera algorithms and software enhancements. Without specific sensor size or aperture details, it’s difficult to definitively declare a winner, but OnePlus’s track record suggests a more refined and consistent camera experience.
Performance
The core difference lies in the chipsets: the Realme X7 Pro utilizes the Mediatek Dimensity 1000+ (7nm), while the OnePlus 8T employs the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 5G (7nm+). The Snapdragon 865, with its 1x2.84 GHz Cortex-A77 prime core and 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A77 performance cores, offers a slight edge in single-core performance compared to the Dimensity 1000+'s 4x2.6 GHz Cortex-A77 cores. While both chipsets are capable, the Snapdragon 865 benefits from Qualcomm’s mature software optimization and wider game compatibility. Both phones feature octa-core CPUs with similar Cortex-A55 efficiency cores, suggesting comparable power efficiency during less demanding tasks. The 7nm+ process of the Snapdragon 865 also suggests slightly improved thermal efficiency.
Battery Life
Both the Realme X7 Pro and OnePlus 8T boast an endurance rating of 104 hours, suggesting similar real-world battery life despite potentially different battery capacities (not specified for the X7 Pro). However, the charging speeds are drastically different. The Realme X7 Pro supports 65W wired charging, achieving 100% charge in just 35 minutes (in China/Asia) or 50 minutes (Taiwan/Europe). The OnePlus 8T also supports 65W charging, but takes a slightly longer 39 minutes to reach full charge. This difference, while not massive, gives the Realme X7 Pro a clear advantage for users who frequently need to top up their battery quickly.
Buying Guide
Buy the Realme X7 Pro if you absolutely need the fastest possible charging and are comfortable with Realme UI. Its 65W charging (in supported regions) is a significant advantage for power users. Buy the OnePlus 8T if you value a refined software experience, a brighter display for outdoor visibility, and a more established brand reputation. It’s the safer bet for those seeking a reliable and well-rounded flagship experience.