Realme GT 6 vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Realme GT 6 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $450 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 70/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 1,809,566); the Realme GT 6 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 6
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Realme GT 6 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 199g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $799
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (53/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 1809566
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5179
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 61/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 6 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 18 points higher (88/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 70/100). Value score: Realme GT 6 — 64/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100; 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 Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Realme GT 6 (97/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 6 and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Realme GT 6 (90/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Realme GT 6 (90/100 vs 70/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 6 is a bit better (53/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 6 | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1809566 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1923 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5179 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades, Realme UI 5.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×75.1×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 199 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $450 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 6
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 6
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 6
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 6 and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Realme GT 6 by 50.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $349. Realme GT 6 was $349 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Realme GT 6 (97/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 6 and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Realme GT 6 (90/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Realme GT 6 (90/100 vs 70/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 6 is a bit better (53/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 6 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max is noticeably better than the Realme GT 6 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Realme GT 6 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Realme GT 6 has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 6 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 6 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 6 over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Realme GT 6 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.