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realme GT Neo5 SE (16GB + 1TB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£400RAM capacity:16 GBInternal storage:1 TBScreen size:6.74 inchesMain camera megapixels:64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP

realme GT Neo5 SE (16GB + 1TB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.6/10

Overall score

Score
7.6/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 76% of models
Score components

90%

7.5

Technical score

10%

8.0

User score

â–²Better than 76% of smartphones
7.8

Value for money

Value for money
7.8/ 10
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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 78% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

â–²Better than 78%
7.5

Technical score

Technical score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 76% of models
Score components

25%

8.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.3

Camera

15%

8.0

Display

15%

7.1

Battery

10%

7.8

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

7.6

Audio

3%

6.6

Design

â–²Better than 76%
8.0

User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

10

User ratings

30%

3.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 70%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone realme GT Neo5 SE (16GB + 1TB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 76% of models
Score components:

25%

8.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.3

Camera

15%

8.0

Display

15%

7.1

Battery

10%

7.8

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

7.6

Audio

3%

6.6

Design

7.5
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

10

User ratings

30%

3.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.0
Popularity
Popularity
3.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Popularity:
realme GT Neo5 SE (16GB + 1TB) has a popularity of 3.2 points, which is lower than 61% of smartphones.
3.2
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components:

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

7.8
Brand name
realme
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Plus Gen 2
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Plus Gen 2 processor which is faster than processors in 78.2% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.1% 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 83.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 12% of smartphones.
Internal storage
1 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 1 TB which is larger than the storage of 94.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.6% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.91 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.91 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 74.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
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 receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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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
64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 78.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.8% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.79 & f/2.2 & f/3.3
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.79 & f/2.2 & f/3.3 which is wider than that of 75.4% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
31.4 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 31.4 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 57.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.8% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.7 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.7 µm which is smaller than in 64.6% of smartphones and equal to the size in 10.4% of smartphones.
1.4 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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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 65.7% 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 82.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% 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 89.9% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,500 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,500 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 67.7% of smartphones and equal to those in 3% of smartphones.
Charging speed
100 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 100 W which is faster than in 90.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.2% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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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% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.9% of smartphones.
Thickness
9 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 9 mm which is thicker than 80% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.1% of smartphones.
Weight
193 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 193 g which is lighter than 56.8% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.9% of smartphones.
Device volume
110,025 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 110,025 cm³ which is larger than 81.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
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realme GT Neo5 SE (16GB + 1TB) 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
  • 4x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (1 TB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    1 TB vs 256 GB
  • 3.03x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (100 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    100 W vs 33 W
  • 32x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (1,024 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    1,024 KB vs 32 KB
  • 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 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
  • 6.7% better value for money
    realme GT Neo5 SE (16GB + 1TB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.83 vs 7.3).
    7.83 vs 7.34
  • 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
  • 4x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (1 TB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    1 TB vs 256 GB
  • 32x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (1,024 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    1,024 KB vs 32 KB
  • 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
  • 2.42x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (7,532 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    7,532 vs 3,115
  • 21.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.9 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.91 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 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
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x2.91 GHz & 3x2.49 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x2.91 GHz & 3x2.49 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 2x more L3 cache
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (8,192 KB vs 4,096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4,096 KB.
    8,192 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 67.5% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (4,243 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    4,243 vs 2,533
  • 99.2% higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (7,619 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    7,619 vs 3,825
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Plus Gen 2 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Plus Gen 2 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 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
  • 59% higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (1949 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    1,949 vs 1,226
  • 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
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 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. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.79 & f/2.2 & f/3.3 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.79 & f/2.2 & f/3.3 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • 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
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (5000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    5,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% 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.
    360 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% 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
  • 3.03x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (100 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    100 W vs 33 W
  • 10% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    5,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 38.9% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (580 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    580 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 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
  • 0.1 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    1.4 binned
    0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 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
  • 0.7 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (9 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    9 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 1.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (31.4 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    31.4 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 53.9% more expensive
    realme GT Neo5 SE (16GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£400 vs £260).
    £400 vs £260
  • 0.4% lower user score
    User score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    realme GT Neo5 SE
    the average smartphone
    realme GT Neo5 SE (16GB + 1TB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.97 vs 8).
    7.97 vs 8
  • 68.5% less popular
    realme GT Neo5 SE (16GB + 1TB) is less popular than the average smartphone (3.23 vs 5.4).
    3.23 vs 5.44
  • 38.9% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (580 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    580 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% 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 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
  • 0.1 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    1.4 binned
    0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 1.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (31.4 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    31.4 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 9.1% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (600 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    600 nits vs 660 nits
  • 0.7 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (9 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    9 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 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.
    April 2023
    2023 vs 2024
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP65 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP65 vs IP67
  • 12.5% larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (110,025 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97,800 cm³.
    110,025 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

Video reviews

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

8.0
MinistryTech
≈ estimated
05/04/2023
Hands-on review · performance, heat, battery and charging tests
Verdict
realme GT Neo5 SE is still worth buying, especially for young gamers, and a good option to consider.
9.0
Sai Tech Guru
≈ estimated
07/05/2023
Long-term test · 15 days of daily use
Verdict
realme GT Neo5 SE has been very positive after 15 days, and is the perfect phone if the price comes in as expected.
9.0
Get Mobiles
≈ estimated
27/04/2023
First look · unboxing and overview
Verdict
realme GT Neo5 SE is an excellent mid-range phone, with a strong display, performance and fast charging.
Not graded
Not graded
Hands-on video, no verdict
Not graded

Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about realme GT Neo5 SE (16GB + 1TB)

  • Extremely good value for the price point, often described as a 'flagship killer'.
  • Powerful performance for gaming and daily use thanks to the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 processor.
  • Large 5500mAh battery capacity provides long battery life, often lasting a full day of heavy use or more than two days with moderate use.
  • Very fast 100W wired charging, with users praising how quickly the phone recharges.
  • High-quality 1.5K OLED/AMOLED display with a smooth 144Hz refresh rate, noted for being bright and beautiful.
  • Ample storage options, including variants with up to 1TB internal memory, which is a major positive for some users.
  • Modern and attractive design, with some users specifically mentioning satisfaction with the aesthetic.
  • Inclusion of useful features like an IR blaster, NFC, dual speakers with Dolby Atmos support, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
  • Good RAM management ensures apps stay open in the background for long periods.

What customers don't like about realme GT Neo5 SE (16GB + 1TB)

  • Camera performance is considered good but not excellent, with average ultra-wide and low-light shots and no OIS (Optical Image Stabilization).
  • Primarily a Chinese ROM phone, which means potential issues with Google services, bloatware (though easily removable), and the need for manual setup for global users.
  • Some users report software bugs and the possibility of receiving fewer or inconsistent system updates, as it was primarily released for the Chinese market.
  • Potential for overheating and performance throttling during extended, heavy gaming sessions was mentioned by some users.
  • The camera bump is noted as being quite large.
  • The stereo speakers are perceived by some as cheap feeling.

Verdict

The Realme GT Neo5 SE (16GB + 1TB) is a high-performance, storage-focused smartphone, notable for its massive 1TB of internal storage paired with 16GB of RAM, offering vast capacity and smooth multitasking capability. Key characteristics include a powerful Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 processor and a vibrant 6.74-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate. Its main pros are the exceptional storage capacity, robust chipset for gaming, and impressive 100W wired charging support for its large 5500mAh battery. The primary cons include the absence of an IP rating for water resistance and the potential lack of an expandable memory card slot, which, while mitigated by the massive internal storage, might be a drawback for some users.

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