Realme GT 5G vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Realme GT 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 57/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 1,135,878); the Realme GT 5G is noticeably lighter (186g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 5G
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Realme GT 5G better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 219g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 5G vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 31 points higher (88/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT 5G (97/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT 5G (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT 5G (90/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 5G notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (63/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 5G | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.4" Super AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11, Realme UI 2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.5×73.3×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 186 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 5G
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 5G
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 5G
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 5G and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Realme GT 5G by 68.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme GT 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT 5G (97/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT 5G (90/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT 5G (90/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 5G notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (63/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT 5G by 31 points (88/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 5G and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Realme GT 5G has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 5G over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Realme GT 5G is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.