Realme GT 8 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $350 and $825. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads — 86/100 vs 80/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6300); the Xiaomi 17 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,569,354 vs 3,126,402); the Xiaomi 17 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
Xiaomi 17 Pro
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6300 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $825
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3569354 vs 3126402
- Better Geekbench Single: 3310 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10070 vs 9287
- Lighter: 192g vs 209g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro, the Xiaomi 17 Pro scores 6 points higher (86/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (81/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 — 94/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro — 86/100; 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 Xiaomi 17 Pro and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (95/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (81/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Xiaomi 17 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 3569354 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3310 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 10070 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 2656x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6300 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 151.1×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $825 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 and Xiaomi 17 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro leads Realme GT 8 by 12.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $475. Realme GT 8 was $475 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (95/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (81/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro edges out the Realme GT 8 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro leads on camera score (81/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Xiaomi 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 Xiaomi 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.