Realme GT2 Explorer Master vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Realme GT2 Explorer Master (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 65/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 1,420,808); the Realme GT2 Explorer Master is noticeably lighter (195g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Realme GT2 Explorer Master better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 235g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 1420808
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT2 Explorer Master vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 27 points higher (92/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (100/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Realme GT2 Explorer Master are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (100/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (92/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (60/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT2 Explorer Master | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1420808 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×74.3×8.2 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT2 Explorer Master and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Realme GT2 Explorer Master by 71.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme GT2 Explorer Master
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (100/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Realme GT2 Explorer Master are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (100/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (92/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (60/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT2 Explorer Master or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master by 27 points (92/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT2 Explorer Master and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Realme GT2 Explorer Master has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT2 Explorer Master or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT2 Explorer Master or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT2 Explorer Master over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Realme GT2 Explorer Master is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.