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realme GT Neo 5 (16GB + 256GB) review: 196 specs compared

Avg. price:~£330RAM capacity:16 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.74 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP

realme GT Neo 5 (16GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 196 technical specifications and 9 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

realme GT Neo 5 (16GB + 256GB)
7.8/10

Overall score

Score
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

7.6

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

8.1

Reviews score

10%

8.9

Sentiment score

â–²Better than 82% of smartphones
8.1

Value for money

Value for money
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 87% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

Overall score

30%

8.8

Price

â–²Better than 87%
7.6

Technical score

Technical score
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 76% of models
Score components

25%

8.5

Performance

18%

7.4

Camera

15%

7.4

Display

15%

6.5

Battery

10%

8.3

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

7.6

Audio

3%

7.1

Design

â–²Better than 76%
8.1

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.5 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 62% of models

80%

8.3

Average grade

20%

7.2

Popularity

Grades by review (9)
2 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 7 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 62%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £330
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the realme GT Neo 5 (16GB + 256GB)

Based on 2 · 9

The few reviewers like the performance, display and charging, but find battery life short and the extra cameras weak.
Praised
Criticised
Pick a topic to see who said what

What owners say about the realme GT Neo 5 (16GB + 256GB)

Based on 182 owners sharing their experience in online comments

58%positive8%mixed34%negative

Owners praise fast charging, strong performance, and value, while gaming heat, camera quality, and battery quirks frustrate them.

What owners dislike

  • Games throttle or cap frame rates20
  • Heavy games such as War Thunder or Genshin Impact at maximum settings make the phone heat up quickly, and the game may be shut down after about 10 minutes.11
  • Battery life varies a lot between users and firmware, with some getting about 4 to 7 hours of screen time and others reporting faster drain after a global flash.11
  • Owners say photos are weaker than rivals, with some noise in low light, and video is good but not top tier.11
  • Owners on the Chinese ROM report calls dropping or delaying, and some report that the phone keeps switching between network signals during video calls.8
  • The global firmware can be missing some Google services or features, such as Google Wallet contactless payments, which may refuse to run on a rooted or modified phone.8
  • Owners say the screen looks bluish or yellowish, and the brightness setting behaves poorly, with flicker reported at lower brightness levels.6
  • The volume buttons sit on the left and the power button on the right, so owners often press the volume button by accident and take unwanted screenshots.5
  • Owners report that the touchscreen sometimes misses fast taps or freezes briefly, especially during multi-finger games, and a reset clears it.5
  • Some owners using the 240W charger report charge times of 17 to 25 minutes, and one reports about 20 minutes on the 150W model, which is slower than advertised.5

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of smartphone realme GT Neo 5 (16GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.6/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components:

25%

8.5

Performance

18%

7.4

Camera

15%

7.4

Display

15%

6.5

Battery

10%

8.3

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

7.6

Audio

3%

7.1

Design

7.6
Reviews score
8.1
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 87% of models
Score components:

70%

7.8

Overall score

30%

8.8

Price

8.1
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor which is faster than processors in 84.1% of smartphones and equal to processors in 2.4% of smartphones.
Storage type
UFS 3.1
realme GT Neo 5 (16GB + 256GB) uses UFS 3.1 storage, which is faster than the storage in 47.1% of smartphones and the same as in 26.6% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
16 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 16 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 83.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 11.8% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3.2 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.2 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 81.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 7% of smartphones.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Android
This smartphone runs Android, which is more mainstream than the system in 4.8% of smartphones and the same as in 95.2% of smartphones.
Android 13
Android version
Android 13
This smartphone runs Android version Android 13 which is older than that found in 50.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 16.5% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not support direct OS updates. 20.1% of smartphones offer this.
Promised software updates
?
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone runs an open-source operating system. 5.2% of smartphones offer this.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 52.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/3.3
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/3.3 which is narrower than that of 86.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 50 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 65.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 16.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% of smartphones.
2 binned
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What reviewers say
Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.7% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.2% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
eSIM support
no
realme GT Neo 5 (16GB + 256GB) does not have eSIM support. 19.9% of smartphones offer this.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.6% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
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Screen size
6.74 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.74 inches which is larger than the screens of 65.1% of smartphones and equal to those of 2.2% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1240x 2772 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1240x2772 px which is higher than that of 80.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Pixel density
451 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 451 ppi which is higher than that of 82.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.4% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
144 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 144 Hz which is higher than in 90% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.4% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.2% of smartphones and equal to those in 29% of smartphones.
Charging speed
150 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 150 W which is faster than in 99.3% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 0.3% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.2% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.1% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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What reviewers say
Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.3% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not have a headphone jack. 45.1% of smartphones offer this.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.3% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.9% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not have an FM radio. 34.3% of smartphones offer this.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless Bluetooth audio. 12.5% of smartphones offer this.
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Height
163.9 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 163.9 mm which is taller than 56% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Width
75.8 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 75.8 mm which is narrower than 53.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.9% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.9 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.9 mm which is thicker than 75.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.1% of smartphones.
Weight
199 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 199 g which is heavier than 55.1% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 3.2% of smartphones.
Device volume
111 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 111 cm³ which is larger than 74.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.9% of smartphones.
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realme GT Neo 5 (16GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 8 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 4.55x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (150 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    150 W vs 33 W
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.4% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 3.18x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (9,902 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    9,902 vs 3,115
  • 33.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 85.4% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,746 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,746 vs 942
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 11.0% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.1/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.5 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    7.2

    Popularity

    Grades by review (9)
    2 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 7 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.1 vs 7.3
  • 6% better value for money
    realme GT Neo 5 (16GB + 256GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (8.12 vs 7.7).
    8.12 vs 7.66
  • 14.1% higher sentiment score
    8.9 vs 7.8
  • 8 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 3.18x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (9,902 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    9,902 vs 3,115
  • 33.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 85.4% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,746 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,746 vs 942
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.2 GHz & 3x2.75 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.2 GHz & 3x2.75 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 2.86x higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (10,962 vs 3,827). The average smartphone scores 3,827.
    10,962 vs 3,827
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 4x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (1,024 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    1,024 vs 256
  • 74.5% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (4,420 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    4,420 vs 2,533
  • 2x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 2.24x higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (2,745 vs 1,224.5). The average smartphone scores 1,224.5.
    2,745 vs 1,224.5
  • 50% more L3 cache
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (6,144 KB vs 4,096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4,096 KB.
    6,144 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2,750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.4% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 22.60x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    2160x60 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.7% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 40.8% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2 binned
    1 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.4% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1240x2772 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1240x2772 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 14.2% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (451 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    451 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.6% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 50% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (360 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    Up to 1,500 Hz instantaneous (for gaming)
    360 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.1% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 0.07 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.74 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 400 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1,400 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    1,400 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 4.55x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (150 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    150 W vs 33 W
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 33.7% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 49.5% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/3.3 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/3.3 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 51.3% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.7% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 32.9% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (443 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    443 nits vs 660 nits
  • Worse display glass type
    This smartphone uses a worse display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). 0.00% of smartphones use the better glass type.
    Corning Gorilla Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 61.5% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • 5.3% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (900 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    900 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 26.9% more expensive
    realme GT Neo 5 (16GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£330 vs £260).
    £330 vs £260
  • 5.3% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (900 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    900 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 1 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    February 2023
    2023 vs 2024
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 51.3% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 13 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 13 vs Android 14
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/3.3 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/3.3 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.7% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 32.9% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (443 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    443 nits vs 660 nits
  • Worse display glass type
    This smartphone uses a worse display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). 0.00% of smartphones use the better glass type.
    Corning Gorilla Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 61.5% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 0.6 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.9 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.9 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 8.8% larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (111 cm³ vs 102 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 102 cm³.
    111 cm³ vs 102 cm³
  • 1.4% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (199 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    199 g vs 196.2 g

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
C4ETech English
≈ estimated
08/03/2023
Hands-on review · unboxing, charging and camera tests
Verdict
realme GT Neo 5 150-watt version is the better choice for most, though the phone is an excellent value overall.
9.0
gizmochina
≈ estimated
22/02/2023
Hands-on review · charging, gaming and camera tests
Verdict
realme GT Neo 5 is a top pick for its price, with very fast charging and strong gaming performance.
9.0
MinistryTech
≈ estimated
13/02/2023
Hands-on review · charging, benchmarks, display and camera
Verdict
realme GT Neo 5 is a well-balanced all-rounder with fast charging, strong performance and good camera results.
8.0
Sai Tech Guru
≈ estimated
16/05/2023
Charging speed test · timed 20% to 100% run with temperature readings
Verdict
realme GT Neo 5 charges from 20% to full in about ten minutes, though the official charger feels a bit slow.
9.0
Sai Tech Guru
≈ estimated
01/03/2023
Display review · settings check and sample video playback
Verdict
realme GT Neo 5 has a very good display, with saturated colours and a smooth 144Hz refresh rate.
9.0
Sai Tech Guru
≈ estimated
01/03/2023
Short-term review · 48 hours of use
Verdict
realme GT Neo 5 delivers strong performance, display and charging after two days, with the camera still under review.
9.0
Flossy Carter
≈ estimated
23/02/2023
First impressions · charging speed test
Verdict
realme GT Neo 5 is a strong buy for its fast charging, despite missing wireless charging and water resistance.
8.0
Mr.Laowai-English Tech
≈ estimated
17/02/2023
Unboxing and review · feature walkthrough and camera check
Verdict
realme GT Neo 5 is a powerful, stylish phone that the reviewer rates as a top pick for demanding users.
Overview video
Overview video
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Overview video

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
gizmochina.com
≈ estimated
22/02/2023
Hands-on review · Fast-charging phone
Verdict
The realme GT Neo 5 is a recommended buy for smooth gaming and fast charging, though its ultra-wide camera is poor and the 240W version has a smaller battery.
7.0
dxomark.com
≈ estimated
10/08/2023
Lab test · Audio performance
Verdict
The realme GT Neo 5 records loud, clear voices with wide stereo, but its speakers distort at top volume and the bottom one muffles when gaming.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about realme GT Neo 5 (16GB + 256GB)

  • Extremely fast charging speed (9-11 minutes for a full charge on the 240W version; the 150W version is also very fast).
  • Powerful flagship-grade Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor delivers excellent performance for gaming and multitasking with minimal heating issues.
  • Impressive display quality, featuring a bright 6.74-inch 144Hz AMOLED screen with good color balance and smooth visuals.
  • Good design with unique elements like a customizable RGB LED strip on the back.
  • Decent primary camera (50MP Sony IMX890 sensor) that captures good quality photos and supports 4K 60fps video recording with OIS.
  • Solid battery life with moderate use, often lasting over 2 full days.
  • Good value for money, often considered a 'flagship killer' due to its high-end specs at a competitive price point.
  • Includes useful features like an IR emitter and dual stereo speakers.
  • Large storage options available, up to 1TB, which is good for users who store many videos and files.

What customers don't like about realme GT Neo 5 (16GB + 256GB)

  • Average ultra-wide and macro cameras, particularly in low-light conditions.
  • Lack of an official IP rating for water/dust resistance and no wireless charging support.
  • Some users reported minor software bugs or bloatware in the Chinese version of the Realme UI.
  • Audio recording can have unwanted artifacts at very high sound pressure levels (like concerts).
  • Wind noise performance during recording is below average.
  • Autonomy when listening to music on the go is below average.
  • No headphone jack and no expandable storage via a secondary card slot.

Verdict

The Realme GT Neo 5 (16GB+256GB, 150W variant) is a performance-focused smartphone, powered by the flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor and featuring a smooth 6.74-inch 144Hz AMOLED display with 1.5K resolution. A major pro is its exceptional 150W SuperVOOC fast charging for its 5,000mAh battery, which can charge the phone in a few minutes, coupled with the generous 16GB of RAM and 256GB of ample internal storage. The device also boasts a versatile 50MP main camera with OIS. Potential cons include the use of a plastic frame and the absence of a 3.5mm headphone jack or expandable storage via a microSD card slot.

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