Realme GT 8 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $599 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 79/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6500); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 3,942,923).
Realme GT 8 Pro
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Lighter: 207g vs 219g
- Cheaper: $599 vs $999
- Better design/ergonomics (41/100 vs 26/100)
- Better value for money (69/100 vs 41/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 3942923
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 2160Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (87/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 68/100)
Comparing the Realme GT 8 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 5 points higher (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (82/100 vs 68/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (69/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 92/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (87/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100). In the "design" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (41/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (69/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Realme GT 8 Pro | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 2160 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 219 g | |
| Price | $599 | $999 |
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Realme GT 8 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Realme GT 8 Pro by 1.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $400. Realme GT 8 Pro is cheaper by $400.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 92/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (87/100 vs 68/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (41/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (69/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max edges out the Realme GT 8 Pro by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Realme GT 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.