The Realme X7 Pro and Xiaomi Poco F3 GT represent a fascinating intersection of performance and value. Both phones leverage Mediatek's Dimensity series to deliver a near-flagship experience without the flagship price tag. This comparison dissects their key differences, focusing on chipset architecture, charging capabilities, and real-world usability to determine which device reigns supreme.
🏆 Quick Verdict
For most users, the Xiaomi Poco F3 GT emerges as the stronger choice. Its Dimensity 1200, built on a more efficient 6nm process, offers a noticeable performance uplift, particularly in sustained workloads. While the Realme X7 Pro’s 65W charging is competitive, the F3 GT’s overall package delivers a more compelling experience.
| Network |
|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41 - International | 1, 3, 5, 8, 40, 41 |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - International | 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G 2.3 Gbps DL | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| | 1, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA - China | - |
| Launch |
|---|
| Announced | 2020, September 01. Released 2020, September 15 | 2021, July 23 |
| Status | Discontinued | Available. Released 2021, July 26 |
| Body |
|---|
| Build | - | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5) |
| Dimensions | 160.8 x 75.1 x 8.5 mm (6.33 x 2.96 x 0.33 in) | 161.9 x 76.9 x 8.3 mm (6.37 x 3.03 x 0.33 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 184 g (6.49 oz) | 205 g (7.23 oz) |
| | - | Physical pop-up gaming triggers
IP53, dust and splash resistant |
| Display |
|---|
| 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 (~395 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.55 inches, 103.6 cm2 (~85.8% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~86.3% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | Super AMOLED, 120Hz | AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 500 nits (typ) |
| Platform |
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| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.6 GHz Cortex-A77 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 1000+ (7 nm) | Mediatek Dimensity 1200 (6 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G77 MC9 | Mali-G77 MC9 |
| OS | Android 10, upgradable to Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 | Android 11, upgradable to Android 12, MIUI 13 for POCO |
| Memory |
|---|
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| | UFS 2.1 | UFS 3.1 |
| Main Camera |
|---|
| 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 | - |
| Single | - | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.06" 1.0µm |
| Triple | - | 64 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.7µm, PDAF
8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide)
2 MP (macro) |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, 720p@960fps, HDR |
| Selfie camera |
|---|
| Features | HDR | HDR, panorama |
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.5, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.06" 1.0µm |
| Video | 1080p@30/120fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@30fps, HDR |
| 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 | 24-bit/192kHz audio
Tuned by JBL |
| Comms |
|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.1, A2DP, LE |
| Infrared port | - | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| 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 (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery |
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| Charging | 65W wired, 100% in 35 min (China/Asia)
50W wired (Taiwan/Europe) | 67W wired, PD3.0, QC3, 100% in 42 min |
| Type | 4500 mAh | Li-Po 5065 mAh |
| Misc |
|---|
| Colors | Iridescent (Fantasy), Aerolite Black (Mystic Black), Skyline White | Predator Black, Gunmetal Silver |
| Models | RMX2121, RMX2111 | MZB09C6IN, M2104K10I |
| Price | About 470 EUR | About 300 EUR |
| SAR | - | 0.81 W/kg (head) 0.48 W/kg (body) |
Realme X7 Pro
- Potentially faster charging in China/Asia (65W)
- Realme UI offers a customizable software experience
- Competitive price point
- Older Dimensity 1000+ chipset
- 7nm process less efficient than 6nm
- Performance may throttle under sustained load
Xiaomi Poco F3 GT
- More powerful Dimensity 1200 chipset
- 6nm process for improved efficiency and thermals
- Superior CPU architecture for faster performance
- PD3.0 and QC3 fast charging support
- Slightly slower charging time (42 minutes)
- Poco UI can be more aggressive with ads (depending on version)
- May be slightly more expensive
Display Comparison
Neither device boasts a standout display. Both likely feature AMOLED panels, common in this price bracket, but specific details like peak brightness and color gamut coverage aren't provided. The focus here isn't on display prowess, but rather on maximizing performance for the price. Bezels are likely comparable, and without specific data, it's difficult to declare a winner. Both will offer a vibrant viewing experience for everyday use.
Camera Comparison
Without detailed sensor information, a definitive camera comparison is challenging. Both phones likely employ a multi-camera setup, but the quality will hinge on sensor size, aperture, and image processing algorithms. Given the market positioning, we can assume both will deliver acceptable image quality in good lighting conditions. The absence of information regarding OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) suggests neither phone prioritizes low-light photography. The F3 GT’s more powerful ISP (Image Signal Processor) within the Dimensity 1200 *could* offer slightly better image processing, but this is speculative without further data.
Performance
The core difference lies in the chipsets. The Poco F3 GT’s Dimensity 1200 (6nm) is a significant upgrade over the Realme X7 Pro’s Dimensity 1000+ (7nm). The 6nm process inherently offers better power efficiency and thermal headroom. Furthermore, the Dimensity 1200 features a more modern CPU configuration: a 1x3.0 GHz Cortex-A78 prime core, alongside 3x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 performance cores, versus the X7 Pro’s 4x2.6 GHz Cortex-A77 cores. This translates to faster single-core and multi-core performance in the F3 GT. While both utilize LPDDR5 RAM, the superior chipset in the F3 GT will allow it to be utilized more effectively, resulting in smoother multitasking and faster app loading times. Gamers will see a tangible benefit from the F3 GT’s more powerful GPU.
Battery Life
The Realme X7 Pro offers 65W wired charging, achieving a 100% charge in 35 minutes (in China/Asia) or slower in other regions. The Poco F3 GT counters with 67W charging, taking 42 minutes for a full charge. While the X7 Pro is faster in specific markets, the difference is marginal. The actual battery life will depend on usage patterns and the efficiency of the respective chipsets. The Dimensity 1200’s 6nm process should contribute to slightly better battery life in the F3 GT, offsetting the potentially smaller battery capacity (not specified in the provided data).
Buying Guide
Buy the Realme X7 Pro if you prioritize a slightly more refined software experience (depending on Realme UI preference) and potentially faster charging speeds in certain regions (China/Asia). Buy the Xiaomi Poco F3 GT if you demand maximum performance for gaming and demanding applications, and appreciate a more modern chipset architecture with improved thermal efficiency. The F3 GT is the clear winner for power users.
Frequently Asked Questions
❓ Will the Poco F3 GT overheat during prolonged gaming sessions?
The Dimensity 1200’s 6nm process and improved thermal design in the Poco F3 GT mitigate overheating concerns. While some throttling is inevitable under extreme load, it should be less pronounced than on the Realme X7 Pro with its 7nm Dimensity 1000+.
❓ Does the Realme X7 Pro support the latest Wi-Fi standards?
While not explicitly stated, the Realme X7 Pro likely supports Wi-Fi 6, given the Dimensity 1000+ chipset’s capabilities. The Poco F3 GT also supports Wi-Fi 6, ensuring both devices offer fast and reliable wireless connectivity.
❓ Is the difference in charging speed between 65W and 67W noticeable in real-world use?
The difference of 2 minutes between 65W and 67W charging is unlikely to be noticeable in everyday use. Both phones offer incredibly fast charging, topping up the battery in under an hour. Regional availability of the 65W charging on the X7 Pro is a more significant factor.
