Realme GT2 Explorer Master vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

The Realme GT2 Explorer Master (2022) 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 65/100 (a 23-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 GT2 Explorer Master is noticeably lighter (195g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master by 23 points (88/100 vs 65/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Realme GT2 Explorer Master

Performance 71
Display 79
Camera 52
Battery 60
Portability 60
Value for money —

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

Performance 98
Display 81
Camera 87
Battery 89
Portability 48
Value for money 86

What makes Realme GT2 Explorer Master better?

  • Lighter: 195g vs 219g

  • Better portability (60/100 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 52/100)
  • Longer battery life (89/100 vs 60/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme GT2 Explorer Master vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 23 points higher (88/100 vs 65/100). 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 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (98/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Realme GT2 Explorer Master are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100).

Realme GT2 Explorer Master: The Realme GT2 Explorer Master is a better fit for active users.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max: 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.

Specs comparison

Specification Realme GT2 Explorer Master 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" OLED 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1200x2608
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 7500 mAh
Charging 100W 100W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
DXOMark (camera) — 159
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 Android 16
Brightness (peak) — 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection — IP68
Dimensions 161.3×74.3×8.2 mm 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm
Weight 195 g 219 g
Launch price — $999

Camera comparison

Realme GT2 Explorer Master

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
52
camera

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

  • Main: 50MP f/1.69
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera

Display comparison

Realme GT2 Explorer Master

  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2608
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display

Battery and charging

Realme GT2 Explorer Master

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
60
battery

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

  • 7500 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
89
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Realme GT2 Explorer Master and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Realme GT2 Explorer Master Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
65/100
1420808 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
88/100 +64.5%
3998145 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Realme GT2 Explorer Master by 64.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Realme GT2 Explorer Master

Price unknown

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

$999

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (98/100 vs 71/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Realme GT2 Explorer Master are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (87/100 vs 52/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (89/100 vs 60/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Realme GT2 Explorer Master or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master by 23 points (88/100 vs 65/100).

What is the rating of the Realme GT2 Explorer Master and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Realme GT2 Explorer Master has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme GT2 Explorer Master or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 52/100).

Which is more powerful: the Realme GT2 Explorer Master or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 71/100).

Should you choose the Realme GT2 Explorer Master over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Realme GT2 Explorer Master 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.