vivo iQOO Neo5 S vs Realme X7 Pro Ultra: A Detailed Showdown

The mid-range smartphone market is fiercely competitive, and the vivo iQOO Neo5 S and Realme X7 Pro Ultra are two strong contenders. Both offer impressive specs and features, but which one truly comes out on top? This comprehensive comparison will delve into every aspect, from performance and camera to battery life and value.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The iQOO Neo5 S takes the lead thanks to its Snapdragon 888 chipset, offering significantly better performance. While the Realme X7 Pro Ultra boasts a great camera and fast charging, the Neo5 S's raw power and competitive price make it the overall winner for most users.

PHONES
Phone Names	vivo iQOO Neo5 S	Realme X7 Pro Ultra

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 3, 4, 5, 8, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 26, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41
5G bands	1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA	1, 3, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA
Speed	HSPA, LTE, 5G	HSPA, LTE, 5G
Technology	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
	CDMA2000 1x	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO

Launch
Announced	2021, December 20	2021, April 02
Status	Available. Released 2021, December 25	Available. Released 2021, April 02

Body
Dimensions	163.2 x 76.4 x 8.4 mm (6.43 x 3.01 x 0.33 in)	159.9 x 73.4 x 7.8 mm (6.30 x 2.89 x 0.31 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	196 g (6.91 oz)	170 g (6.00 oz)

Display
Protection	-	Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Resolution	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~398 ppi density)	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~402 ppi density)
Size	6.62 inches, 105.8 cm2 (~84.9% screen-to-body ratio)	6.55 inches, 103.6 cm2 (~88.3% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1300 nits (peak)	Super AMOLED, 90Hz, 1200 nits (peak)

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55)	Octa-core (4x2.6 GHz Cortex-A77 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
Chipset	Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm)	Mediatek Dimensity 1000+ (7 nm)
GPU	Adreno 660	Mali-G77 MC9
OS	Android 11, OriginOS Ocean	Android 11, Realme UI 2.0

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

Main Camera
Dual	48 MP, f/1.8, 25mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS 13 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 120˚ (ultrawide) 2 MP (macro)	-
Features	Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama	LED flash, HDR, panorama
Single	16 MP, f/2.0, (wide)	32 MP, f/2.5, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm
Triple	-	64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.7µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.3, 119˚, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro)
Video	4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS

Selfie camera
Features	HDR	HDR
Single	16 MP, f/2.0, (wide)	32 MP, f/2.5, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

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

Comms
Bluetooth	5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive	5.1, A2DP, LE
NFC	Yes	Yes
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS	GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS
Radio	No	No
USB	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG	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, Wi-Fi Direct

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

Battery
Charging	66W wired, 70% in 18 min	65W wired, 100% in 35 min
Type	4500 mAh	4500 mAh

Misc
Colors	Orange, Blue, Black	Black, Aurora
Models	-	RMX3115
Price	About 380 EUR	About 310 EUR

vivo iQOO Neo5 S

Superior Performance (Snapdragon 888)
Faster Charging (66W)
Competitive Price
Good Display

Less impressive camera system compared to Realme
Design might be less premium

Realme X7 Pro Ultra

Excellent Camera System
Premium Design
Good Display

Slightly slower performance
Higher Price
Charging slightly slower

Display Comparison

Both phones feature AMOLED displays with high refresh rates (120Hz), offering smooth visuals. The Realme X7 Pro Ultra might have slightly better color accuracy and brightness due to its slightly higher-end panel, but the difference is minimal. Both offer excellent viewing experiences.

Camera Comparison

The Realme X7 Pro Ultra generally has a better camera system. It features a 64MP main sensor, an ultrawide lens, and a telephoto lens, offering more versatility. The iQOO Neo5 S has a 64MP main sensor, but its other lenses are less impressive. The Realme X7 Pro Ultra typically produces more detailed and vibrant photos, especially in challenging lighting conditions.

Performance

This is where the iQOO Neo5 S shines. The Snapdragon 888 is a significantly more powerful chipset than the Dimensity 1000+. Expect smoother multitasking, faster app loading times, and superior gaming performance on the Neo5 S. The Realme X7 Pro Ultra is still capable, but it won't match the Neo5 S's raw power.

Battery Life

The iQOO Neo5 S has a 4500mAh battery, while the Realme X7 Pro Ultra has a 4500mAh battery. The iQOO Neo5 S's 66W charging is slightly faster than the Realme X7 Pro Ultra's 65W charging, though both offer impressively fast charging speeds.

Buying Guide

The vivo iQOO Neo5 S is ideal for gamers and power users who prioritize performance and value. The Realme X7 Pro Ultra is a better choice for those who prioritize camera quality and a more premium design, and don't mind paying a slight premium.