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; estimated prices are $599 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 82/100 vs 79/100 (a 3-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 (3,942,923 vs 3,593,401); the Realme GT 8 Pro is noticeably lighter (207g vs 226g).
Realme GT 8 Pro
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 3593401
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 207g vs 226g
- Cheaper: $599 vs $999
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 87/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (41/100 vs 17/100)
- Better value for money (69/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 68/100)
Comparing the Realme GT 8 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 3 points higher (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 68/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (69/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (92/100 vs 87/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (93/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Realme GT 8 Pro are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100). In the "design" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (41/100 vs 17/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (69/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Realme GT 8 Pro | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 11033 | |
| 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 | 0W | 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 | |
| Price | $599 | $999 |
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
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
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
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.
Price difference: $400. Realme GT 8 Pro is cheaper by $400.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (92/100 vs 87/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (93/100 vs 68/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Realme GT 8 Pro are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (41/100 vs 17/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (69/100 vs 41/100).
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 3 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 79/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 82/100.
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 68/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (92/100 vs 87/100).
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. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.