Realme GT 8 vs Redmi Note 17 Pro
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 17 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4; launch prices were $350 and $230. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 55/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 Pro has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 7000); the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 809,091); the Realme GT 8 is noticeably lighter (209g vs 226g).
Realme GT 8
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 809091
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1009
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2892
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 209g vs 226g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 73/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 38/100)
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 7000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $350
- Overall rating 55/100
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Redmi Note 17 Pro, the Realme GT 8 scores 25 points higher (80/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (92/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 73/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 — 100/100, Redmi Note 17 Pro — 66/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (92/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (56/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (85/100 vs 73/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 38/100).
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Redmi Note 17 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3119308 | 809091 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | 1009 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | 2892 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69K | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.5×78.3×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $230 |
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme GT 8 and Redmi Note 17 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Redmi Note 17 Pro by 285.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $120. Redmi Note 17 Pro was $120 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (92/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (56/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (85/100 vs 73/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 38/100).
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro by 25 points (80/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Redmi Note 17 Pro — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 17 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.