Realme GT Neo 5 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Realme GT Neo 5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 61/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 1,420,808); the Realme GT Neo 5 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT Neo 5
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Realme GT Neo 5 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 199g vs 219g
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 1420808
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT Neo 5 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 27 points higher (88/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT Neo 5 (98/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT Neo 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT Neo 5 (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT Neo 5 (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT Neo 5 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (50/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT Neo 5 | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1420808 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1240x2772 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, Realme UI 4.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.9×75.8×8.9 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT Neo 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme GT Neo 5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1240x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT Neo 5
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT Neo 5 and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Realme GT Neo 5 by 64.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme GT Neo 5
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT Neo 5 (98/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT Neo 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT Neo 5 (87/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT Neo 5 (89/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT Neo 5 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (50/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT Neo 5 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT Neo 5 by 27 points (88/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT Neo 5 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Realme GT Neo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT Neo 5 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT Neo 5 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT Neo 5 over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Realme GT Neo 5 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.