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CR7 fragrance
Cristiano Ronaldo

CR7

EDT Masculine · 2017 · by Antoine Lie
6.6 /10

CR7 scores 5/10 for longevity and performs best in Mild conditions.

Best in Mild 5/10 longevity
From USD 25–45From EUR 23–41From GBP 20–36From PKR 7,000–11,000From AED 90–150From INR 2,075–3,735From SAR 94–169
5 Longevity
6 Sillage
8 Versatility
8 Value
6.4 Climate Avg

Fragrance Notes

Woody Aromatic Warm Spicy Lavender
Fragrance Note PyramidTOP NOTES0–30 min1Lavender2Cardamom3ArtemisiaBergamotHEART NOTES30–120 min1Tobacco2Cinnamon3CedarIrisBASE NOTES2h+1Musk2Sandalwood3AmberVanilla
Top Notes — first impression, 0–30 min

Heart Notes — the core, 30 min – 2 hrs

Base Notes — the foundation, 2 hrs+
Accord ProfileWoodyAromaticWarm SpicyLavenderTobaccoACCORDPROFILE

Occasions & Seasons

Best For
Daily Gym Casual
Seasons
Spring Summer Fall

Climate Performance

Avg 6.4 / 10
Extreme Heat
5/10
Average
45°C and above
Riyadh, Jacobabad, Kuwait City, Phoenix
Hot & Humid
6/10
Good
Around 35°C with high humidity
Dubai, Karachi, Mumbai, Miami
Warm & Dry
7/10
Good
Around 30°C with low humidity
Lahore, Delhi, Muscat, Los Angeles
Mild
8/10
Excellent
Around 20°C
Islamabad, Bangalore, London, San Francisco
Cold
6/10
Good
Below 10°C
Murree, Shimla, Moscow, New York

Expert Analysis

What Makes It Unique

An accessible celebrity scent capturing an active, sporty lifestyle.

Pakistan & GCC Perspective

Decent daily wear for casual gym goers in moderate climates, though fades quickly in high heat.

How It Compares

Versus David Beckham Instinct

The Controversy

Subpar longevity means constant reapplication is required throughout the day.

Cristiano Ronaldo CR7: The Case for the Smarter Bottle

Clone houses live or die on one question: does the wearer stop noticing the price difference? With CR7 — an EDT from Cristiano Ronaldo built on Woody, Aromatic, Warm Spicy, Lavender, Tobacco — the answer, backed by the DNA-match and performance data below, is closer to yes than the price tag suggests.

An accessible celebrity scent capturing an active, sporty lifestyle.

How CR7 Smells: Notes & Development

CR7 opens with Lavender, Cardamom, Artemisia and Bergamot — the first impression as it hits the skin. Once that burns off, usually inside the first half hour, the heart turns to Tobacco, Cinnamon, Cedar and Iris. Hours in, what remains is the foundation: Musk, Sandalwood, Amber and Vanilla.

Strip it back to the bones and the profile reads Woody, Aromatic, Warm Spicy, Lavender, Tobacco — close enough to its inspiration to scratch the same itch.

How It Performs: The Numbers

Longevity (5/10): CR7 delivers moderate longevity for EDT. On most skin types expect 3–5 hours. Layering with an unscented moisturiser before application improves staying power on drier skin types.

Sillage (6/10): CR7 projects at a social distance, noticeable without overwhelming. Application to pulse points — wrists, neck, and behind the ears — maximises projection without overwhelming the room.

Versatility (8/10): CR7 is a genuine all-rounder — at ease at a wedding, a boardroom meeting, or a late-night dinner. From casual daytime to formal evening, it adapts without feeling out of place.

Value (8/10): At around $25, CR7 delivers significantly more than its price tag suggests — one of the better value propositions in its category.

CR7 Across Five Climate Zones

Of the five climate zones we score, CR7 does best in mild (Islamabad, San Francisco) at 8/10 — it keeps its shape there instead of turning sharp or fading fast.

Decent daily wear for casual gym goers in moderate climates, though fades quickly in high heat.

Its average across all five zones is 6.4/10 — broad enough to wear most of the year without second-guessing the weather.

To see how it ranks against every other fragrance for your conditions, run the Climate Matcher.

When to Wear CR7

CR7 is best suited to Daily, Gym, Casual. Its projection is calibrated for the occasions listed — confident enough to register, controlled enough to remain appropriate in close quarters.

Seasonally, CR7 performs best in Spring, Summer, Fall. The climate data supports this range, though performance at the extremes — deep cold or intense heat — may vary.

Versus David Beckham Instinct

What CR7 Costs — and Whether It Is Worth It

Internationally, CR7 sits at $25–$45. That is a genuinely accessible price point — a bottle that can be worn daily and repurchased without ceremony.

Regional pricing: PKR 7,000–11,000 in Pakistan, AED 90–150 in the UAE. The currency switcher at the top of this page converts every price on the site — EUR, GBP, SAR and more — using current rates.

Where to buy: Internationally: Amazon, FragranceNet. GCC/UAE: Lifestyle, Amazon UAE, Centrepoint. Pakistan: Naheed, Chase Value, Daraz.

Verdict

CR7 makes the case that the clone fragrance has evolved beyond mere imitation — it is now a legitimate category on its own terms.

An overall 6.6/10 puts CR7 in solid-but-situational territory: strong where it is strong, ordinary elsewhere. Match it to the right season and occasion and it pays off.

Subpar longevity means constant reapplication is required throughout the day.

Still deciding? Put it head-to-head against anything else in the database — scores, notes and prices side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does CR7 last?

CR7 has a longevity score of 5/10. On average skin, expect 3–5 hours. Performance can vary with skin type, application method, and ambient temperature — heat accelerates diffusion while dry skin absorbs fragrance faster.

Is CR7 worth the price?

At around $25, CR7 by Cristiano Ronaldo is an excellent value for its price category. Its performance scores, climate range, and composition quality make it a strong value proposition.

What does CR7 smell like?

CR7 is characterised by Woody, Aromatic, Warm Spicy, Lavender, Tobacco accords. Opening with Lavender and Cardamom, the heart revolves around Tobacco and Cinnamon, settling into a base of Musk and Sandalwood.

Is CR7 good for hot or humid weather?

CR7 handles warm weather adequately (score: 6/10). It performs reliably through a typical hot season without requiring adjustment.

Is CR7 for men or women?

CR7 is marketed as a Masculine fragrance. Fragrance gender classifications are marketing constructs. Wear what you love.