Realme GT 8 Pro vs Xiaomi 17
The Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $599 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 87/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 3,404,616); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8 Pro
Xiaomi 17
What makes Realme GT 8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 3404616
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3566
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10162
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $709
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 95/100)
- Better camera (84/100 vs 81/100)
- Longer battery life (91/100 vs 87/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Lighter: 191g vs 218g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 3 points higher (90/100 vs 87/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 Pro — 94/100, Xiaomi 17 — 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 are nearly equal (98/100 vs 95/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (98/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 87/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (63/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 Pro | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | realme UI 7.0 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 7000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.8×76.9×8.2 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 Pro and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 Pro leads Xiaomi 17 by 16.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $110. Realme GT 8 Pro was $110 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (98/100 vs 95/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (98/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 87/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (63/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17?
The Realme GT 8 Pro edges out the Xiaomi 17 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?
The Realme GT 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 90/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 Pro over the Xiaomi 17?
The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.