Realme GT2 Explorer Master vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra

The Realme GT2 Explorer Master (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 88/100 vs 65/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,338 vs 1,425,446); the Realme GT2 Explorer Master is noticeably lighter (195g vs 226g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra 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 Ultra
Performance 96
Display 89
Camera 93
Battery 80
Portability 40
Value for money 88
What makes Realme GT2 Explorer Master better?
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
  • Lighter: 195g vs 226g

  • Better portability (60/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3579338 vs 1425446
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1761
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4688
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 71/100)
  • Better camera (93/100 vs 52/100)
  • Longer battery life (80/100 vs 60/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme GT2 Explorer Master vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 23 points higher (88/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (96/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (93/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (80/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (60/100 vs 40/100).

Realme GT2 Explorer Master: The Realme GT2 Explorer Master is a better fit for active users.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra: The Xiaomi 17 Ultra 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 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 1425446 3579338
Geekbench Single 1761 3640
Geekbench Multi 4688 11033
Display 6.7" OLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 3200x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 100W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 166
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 200 MP
Front camera 16 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB 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 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 195 g 226 g
Launch price $999
Camera comparison
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
52
camera
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.63
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 32MP
93
camera
Display comparison
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
60
battery
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • 6000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
80
battery
Overall performance score

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

Realme GT2 Explorer Master Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
65/100
1425446 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
88/100 +60.2%
3579338 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Realme GT2 Explorer Master by 60.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
Price unknown
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
$999
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (96/100 vs 71/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (93/100 vs 52/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (80/100 vs 60/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (60/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT2 Explorer Master or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra 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 Ultra?

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

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

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 52/100).

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

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 71/100).

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

The Realme GT2 Explorer Master is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.