The mid-range flagship space is heating up, with both Realme and vivo offering compelling options focused on performance and fast charging. The Realme GT Neo 5 240W aggressively pushes charging technology, while the vivo iQOO Neo7 SE aims for a more balanced approach with a capable Dimensity 8200 chipset. This comparison dissects their strengths and weaknesses to determine which device reigns supreme.
🏆 Quick Verdict
For the average user prioritizing raw speed and future-proofing, the Realme GT Neo 5 240W is the winner. Its Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 offers a performance edge, and the groundbreaking 240W charging is a game-changer. However, the iQOO Neo7 SE remains a strong contender for those seeking a more efficient and potentially cooler experience.
| Network |
|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 2100 | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 4, 5, 8, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 |
| 5G bands | 1, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 41, 77, 78 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 |
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| Announced | 2022, December 08 | 2023, February 09 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, December 08 | Available. Released 2023, February 09 |
| Body |
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| Build | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back | - |
| Dimensions | 164.8 x 76.9 x 8.6 mm (6.49 x 3.03 x 0.34 in) | 163.9 x 75.8 x 8.9 mm (6.45 x 2.98 x 0.35 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 193 g (6.81 oz) | 199 g (7.02 oz) |
| | - | Illuminated RGB (on the back) |
| Display |
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| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~388 ppi density) | 1240 x 2772 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~451 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.78 inches, 111.0 cm2 (~87.6% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.74 inches, 109.2 cm2 (~87.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1300 nits (peak) | AMOLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, HDR10+, 1400 nits (peak) |
| Platform |
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| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.1 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x3.0 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (1x3.19 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.75 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 8200 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G610 MC6 | Adreno 730 |
| OS | Android 13, OriginOS 3 | Android 13, Realme UI 4.0 |
| Memory |
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| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM | 256GB 16GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM |
| | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 |
| Main Camera |
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| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide) | 16 MP, f/2.5, 25mm (wide), 1/3.09", 1.0µm |
| Triple | 64 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF, OIS
2 MP (macro)
Auxiliary lens | 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) |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera |
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| Features | HDR | HDR, panorama |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide) | 16 MP, f/2.5, 25mm (wide), 1/3.09", 1.0µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
| Sound |
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| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| 35mm jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| | 24-bit/192kHz audio | 24-bit/192kHz audio |
| Comms |
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| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Infrared port | - | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes (dual side) |
| 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, dual-band |
| 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 | 120W wired, 60% in 10 min | 240W wired, 50% in 4 min, 100% in 10 min |
| Type | 5000 mAh | 4600 mAh |
| Misc |
|---|
| Colors | Blue, Gray, Gradient | Purple, Black, White |
| Models | V2238A, V2238 | RMX3708 |
| Price | About 300 EUR | About 440 EUR |
vivo iQOO Neo7 SE
- Blazing-fast 240W charging
- Powerful Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor
- Likely superior gaming performance
- Potentially more advanced camera system
- Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 prone to thermal throttling
- Potentially shorter battery life due to processor power draw
Realme GT Neo 5 240W
- Efficient Dimensity 8200 processor
- Fast 120W charging
- Potentially better sustained performance due to thermal efficiency
- Competitive price point
- Less powerful processor than Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
- Charging speed significantly slower than Realme GT Neo 5
Display Comparison
While both devices likely feature high refresh rate AMOLED displays (data not provided), the core difference lies in the underlying processing power driving them. The Realme GT Neo 5's Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 will handle graphically intensive games and UI animations with greater ease. The iQOO Neo7 SE's Dimensity 8200, while powerful, will need to work harder to achieve the same level of smoothness. Without specific display specs, it's difficult to assess color accuracy or peak brightness, but Realme historically focuses on vibrant displays, while iQOO often prioritizes color accuracy.
Camera Comparison
Without detailed camera specifications, a direct comparison is limited. However, given the market positioning, the Realme GT Neo 5 likely features a more sophisticated camera system, potentially with a larger main sensor and more advanced image processing algorithms leveraging the Snapdragon’s ISP. The iQOO Neo7 SE will likely focus on delivering solid, reliable image quality, but may lack the advanced features found on the Realme. The presence or absence of Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) on either device would be a critical differentiator, impacting low-light performance.
Performance
The Realme GT Neo 5 240W boasts the Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4nm), featuring a Cortex-X2 prime core clocked at 3.19 GHz. This architecture is designed for peak performance, outperforming the iQOO Neo7 SE’s Mediatek Dimensity 8200 (4nm) in CPU-intensive tasks. The Snapdragon’s Cortex-A710 cores, clocked at 2.75 GHz, offer a significant advantage over the iQOO’s Cortex-A78 cores at 3.0 GHz. However, the Dimensity 8200’s more efficient 4nm process *could* translate to better sustained performance under heavy load, mitigating potential thermal throttling issues common with the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. Both utilize LPDDR5X RAM, ensuring fast memory access.
Battery Life
The Realme GT Neo 5 240W’s headline feature is its revolutionary 240W wired charging, capable of reaching 50% charge in just 4 minutes and 100% in 10 minutes. This dramatically reduces downtime. The iQOO Neo7 SE’s 120W charging is still incredibly fast, reaching 60% in 10 minutes, but pales in comparison. While battery capacity isn’t specified, the Realme’s faster charging effectively mitigates the impact of a potentially smaller battery, offering a similar level of usability despite potentially lower mAh. The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 is known to be more power-hungry than the Dimensity 8200, meaning the iQOO Neo7 SE may offer slightly better battery life in typical usage.
Buying Guide
Buy the vivo iQOO Neo7 SE if you need a phone that balances performance with efficiency, potentially offering longer sustained gaming sessions due to the Dimensity 8200's thermal characteristics. Buy the Realme GT Neo 5 240W if you prioritize the absolute fastest charging speeds available and demand top-tier processing power for demanding applications and games, even if it means potentially managing thermal throttling.
Frequently Asked Questions
❓ Will the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 in the Realme GT Neo 5 overheat during extended gaming sessions?
The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 is known to generate significant heat under sustained load. While Realme likely implements thermal management solutions, some throttling is possible during prolonged gaming. The iQOO Neo7 SE’s Dimensity 8200 may offer more consistent performance over longer periods due to its improved thermal efficiency.
❓ Is the 240W charging on the Realme GT Neo 5 safe for the battery's long-term health?
Realme has implemented multiple safety protocols to protect the battery during 240W charging, including specialized charging chips and temperature monitoring. While ultra-fast charging *can* theoretically degrade battery health faster, Realme claims to have mitigated these risks. Long-term testing is needed to fully assess the impact.
❓ Does the Dimensity 8200 in the iQOO Neo7 SE support high frame rates in demanding games like PUBG or Genshin Impact?
The Dimensity 8200 is capable of running PUBG and Genshin Impact at high frame rates, but may require adjusting graphics settings to maintain a stable experience. It likely won't consistently achieve the highest possible frame rates compared to the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, but will still provide a very enjoyable gaming experience.
