Realme GT 8 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $350 and $892. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 80/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6800); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 3,119,308); the Realme GT 8 is noticeably lighter (209g vs 224g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) edges out the Realme GT 8 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
Performance 92
Display 98
Camera 56
Battery 85
Portability 50
Value for money 100
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
Performance 98
Display 81
Camera 87
Battery 83
Portability 42
Value for money 86
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6800 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 209g vs 224g
  • Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $892

  • Longer battery life (85/100 vs 83/100)
  • Better display (98/100 vs 81/100)
  • Better portability (50/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 3119308
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3041
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9494

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 92/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 7 points higher (87/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 — 100/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 86/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a bit better (98/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (98/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 (87/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).

Realme GT 8: The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China): The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme GT 8 Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3119308 3942923
Geekbench Single 3041 3640
Geekbench Multi 9494 11033
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1440x3136 1200x2608
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 6800 mAh
Charging 100W 90W
Wireless charging 50W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 200 MP
Front camera 16 MP 50 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 Android 16
NFC yes
Protection IP68/IP69
Dimensions 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 209 g 224 g
Launch price $350 $892
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
56
camera
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera
Display comparison
Realme GT 8
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3136
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
98
display
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2608
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless charging: no data
85
battery
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
  • 6800 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Realme GT 8 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Realme GT 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
80/100
3119308 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
87/100 +20.9%
3942923 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Realme GT 8 by 20.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme GT 8
$350
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
$892

Launch price difference: $542. Realme GT 8 was $542 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a bit better (98/100 vs 92/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (98/100 vs 81/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 (87/100 vs 56/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) edges out the Realme GT 8 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 56/100).

Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 92/100).

Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

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 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.