Realme 7 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

The Realme 7 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 44/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 535,127); the Realme 7 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 224g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Realme 7 by 43 points (87/100 vs 44/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Realme 7

Performance 42
Display 54
Camera 43
Battery 45
Portability 47
Value for money —

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

Performance 98
Display 81
Camera 87
Battery 83
Portability 42
Value for money 88

What makes Realme 7 better?

  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 196g vs 224g

  • Better portability (47/100 vs 42/100)

What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 535127
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 672
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1908
  • Bigger battery: 6800 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 30W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 43/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 45/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 54/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme 7 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 43 points higher (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Realme 7 (98/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Realme 7 (81/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Realme 7 (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Realme 7 (83/100 vs 45/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 7 is a bit better (47/100 vs 42/100).

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China): The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Realme 7 Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
Processor MediaTek Helio G95 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 535127 3950082
Geekbench Single 672 3639
Geekbench Multi 1908 11047
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1200x2608
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6800 mAh
Charging 30W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 200 MP
Front camera 16 MP 50 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 10, Realme UI Android 16
Brightness (peak) 480 nits —
NFC yes yes
Protection — IP68/IP69
Dimensions 162.3×75.4×9.4 mm 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 196 g 224 g
Launch price — $892

Camera comparison

Realme 7

  • Main: 64MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
43
camera

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera

Display comparison

Realme 7

  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
54
display

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2608
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display

Battery and charging

Realme 7

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
45
battery

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • 6800 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Realme 7 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Realme 7 MediaTek Helio G95
44/100
535127 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
87/100 +86.5%
3950082 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Realme 7 by 86.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Realme 7

Price unknown

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

$892

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Realme 7 (98/100 vs 42/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Realme 7 (81/100 vs 54/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Realme 7 (87/100 vs 43/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Realme 7 (83/100 vs 45/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Realme 7 is a bit better (47/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Realme 7 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Realme 7 by 43 points (87/100 vs 44/100).

What is the rating of the Realme 7 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Realme 7 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme 7 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 43/100).

Which is more powerful: the Realme 7 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 42/100).

Should you choose the Realme 7 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.