Realme GT 8 vs Xiaomi 17
The Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $350 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 80/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 3,126,402); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8
Xiaomi 17
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $709
- Better display (98/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 3126402
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 9287
- Lighter: 191g vs 209g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 7 points higher (87/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 — 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 Xiaomi 17 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 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (81/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (87/100 vs 85/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7000 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 | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17
- 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
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
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 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Realme GT 8 by 3.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $359. Realme GT 8 was $359 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 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 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (81/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (87/100 vs 85/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 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?
The Realme GT 8 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 over the Xiaomi 17?
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 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.