Realme GT2 Explorer Master vs Xiaomi 12S Ultra
The Realme GT2 Explorer Master (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads — 71/100 vs 65/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT2 Explorer Master has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 3 MP; the Xiaomi 12S Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,627,862 vs 1,420,808); the Realme GT2 Explorer Master is noticeably lighter (195g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
What makes Realme GT2 Explorer Master better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 3MP
- Lighter: 195g vs 225g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12S Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1627862 vs 1420808
- Higher performance (73/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT2 Explorer Master vs the Xiaomi 12S Ultra, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra scores 6 points higher (71/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads (70/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra and the Realme GT2 Explorer Master are nearly equal (73/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (70/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra and the Realme GT2 Explorer Master are nearly equal (64/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (60/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT2 Explorer Master | Xiaomi 12S Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1420808 | 1627862 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | 4688 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.7" LTPO2 AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 136 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 3 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×74.3×8.2 mm | 163.2×75.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- Main: 3MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO2 AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT2 Explorer Master and Xiaomi 12S Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads Realme GT2 Explorer Master by 12.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra and the Realme GT2 Explorer Master are nearly equal (73/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (70/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra and the Realme GT2 Explorer Master are nearly equal (64/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (60/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT2 Explorer Master or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Xiaomi 12S Ultra edges out the Realme GT2 Explorer Master by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme GT2 Explorer Master and the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Realme GT2 Explorer Master has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT2 Explorer Master or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads on camera score (70/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT2 Explorer Master over the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Realme GT2 Explorer Master is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a better fit for active users.