Realme GT 8 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $599 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 84/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 6000); the Realme GT 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 3,600,724); the Realme GT 8 Pro is noticeably lighter (207g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8 Pro
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Realme GT 8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 3600724
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 207g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $999
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 97/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Better camera (93/100 vs 73/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 5 points higher (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 73/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 Pro — 82/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100; 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 Realme GT 8 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (98/100 vs 97/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (93/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 Pro | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 3600724 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 Pro leads Xiaomi 17 Ultra by 9.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Realme GT 8 Pro was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (98/100 vs 97/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (93/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra 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 Ultra?
The Realme GT 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.