Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Realme GT 8
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1199 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 75/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4823); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 2,538,751); the Realme GT 8 is noticeably lighter (209g vs 233g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Realme GT 8
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3933 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10223 vs 9287
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4823 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 209g vs 233g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $1199
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 30/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs the Realme GT 8, the Realme GT 8 scores 5 points higher (80/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max — 60/100, Realme GT 8 — 94/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (71/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (85/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (50/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Realme GT 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3933 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10223 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4823 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 233 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 4823 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Realme GT 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max by 18.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $849. Realme GT 8 was $849 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (71/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (85/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (50/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 edges out the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Realme GT 8?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Realme GT 8 — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Realme GT 8?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max over the Realme GT 8?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.