iQOO 13 vs Realme GT 7 Pro comparison: Which Snapdragon 8 Elite flagship is better?

The iQOO 13 and Realme GT 7 Pro are both new flagships that come with bigger batteries, flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, and premium camera sensors. iQOO 13 price in India starts at Rs 54,999, while Realme GT 7 Pro price starts at Rs 59,999. In this article, we will compare the iQOO 13 with the Realme GT 7 Pro to find out which Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite-powered phone offers more value for the asking price.

iQOO 13 vs Realme GT 7 Pro: Price

The iQOO 13 is the less expensive in both the base and high-end models. Both phones come in the same storage configurations: 12GB/256GB and 16GB/512GB. However, the top-end variant of the iQOO 13 is less expensive than the base model of the Realme GT 7 Pro, offering maximum storage at a lower price.

iQOO 13 vs Realme GT 7 Pro: Design

The iQOO 13 (Review) looks quite similar to its predecessor, but features a dynamic ‘Monster Halo’ ring light around the camera module. It features a matte finish for better grip, less camera bumps, and IP68/IP69 durability. The phone keeps a clean design and offers thoughtful enhancements like enamel glass on the Legend edition to prevent fingerprints.

The Realme GT 7 Pro (Review) features a sleek matte finish, flat edges, and curved corners, providing a sophisticated look and comfortable grip. Available in attractive Mars Orange or simple Galaxy Grey, it features a durable IP69 rating, 3D curved glass, and a large, beveled camera module. It is slightly heavier than the iQOO 13.

iQOO 13 vs Realme GT 7 Pro: Display

The iQOO 13 offers a large display with a high QHD+ resolution and smooth 144Hz refresh rate, making it ideal for gaming. In comparison, the Realme GT 7 Pro has a smaller display with a lower full-HD+ resolution and a slower 120Hz refresh rate.

However, it has a peak brightness of an impressive 6,500 nits, which delivers vibrant colors, a better experience while watching HDR content, and excellent outdoor visibility compared to the iQOO 13.

The flat design of the iQOO 13 reduces reflections and accidental touches, while the curved edges of the Realme GT 7 Pro increase immersion, but can be slightly reflective outside, and may be uncomfortable for gaming due to accidental touches.

iQOO 13 vs Realme GT 7 Pro: Performance

Both phones have great performance thanks to the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC. Their benchmark scores are also similar. The iQOO 13 performs well in gaming with LPDDR5x Ultra RAM and UFS 4.1 storage, which offers better graphics and frame stability. It supports 144fps gaming, offers smart scheduling to reduce frame drops and delivers an immersive experience.

In comparison, the Realme GT 7 Pro offers LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. It performs well in synthetic benchmarks and gaming, achieving ultra settings in BGM. You will be happy with the performance of both phones, as there is not much difference in this department.

 

iQOO 13 vs Realme GT 7 Pro: Cameras

On paper the iQOO 13 has a better camera setup for both front and rear. It excels at portrait photography and low-light conditions but lacks a periscope lens for 3x optical zoom. The phone offers various shooting modes, including High Resolution and Snapshot modes, which capture fast-moving objects well. Selfies are detailed with accurate skin tones, although edge detection can be inconsistent in portrait mode.

Check out these camera samples of iQOO 13:

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On the other hand, Realme GT 7 Pro offers average camera performance. While detailed, photos often appear over-processed and lackluster colors, with mediocre ultrawide results and inconsistent skin tones. It supports 8K video at 24fps but offers better video quality at 4K 60fps in bright conditions.

Check out these camera samples of Realme GT 7 Pro:

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iQOO 13 vs Realme GT 7 Pro: Battery and charging

While both phones offer excellent battery life and quick charging, the GT7 Pro leads in efficiency and charging speed, while the iQOO 13 offers slightly more capacity and a bundled charger.

iQOO 13 vs Realme GT 7 Pro: Software

The iQOO 13 runs Android 15-based Funtouch OS 15, which offers improved features like smoother performance, better security, customization, and a redesigned Ultra Game Mode. It promises 4 years of OS upgrades and 5 years of security updates.

The Realme GT 7 Pro runs Android 15 with Realme UI 6.0, which offers minimal pre-installed apps, new icons, Flux theme, Touch to Share, and Live Alerts features. It promises 3 years of OS updates and 4 years of security patches, which is a year less than the iQOO 13 for both OS and security updates.

decision

Both phones offer flagship-grade performance in all departments, but you should choose one based on your needs. If display, camera, battery life and software support are important to you, then iQOO 13 is a better choice. However, if you want display protection and faster charging, buy the Realme GT 7 Pro.

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