Realme GT2 vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Realme GT2 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 56/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 1,135,878); the Realme GT2 is noticeably lighter (194g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT2
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Realme GT2 better?
- Lighter: 194g vs 219g
- Better portability (56/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT2 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 32 points higher (88/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT2 (97/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Realme GT2 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT2 (90/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT2 (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT2 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (56/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT2 | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×75.8×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 194 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT2
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme GT2
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT2 and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Realme GT2 by 68.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme GT2
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT2 (97/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Realme GT2 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT2 (90/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT2 (90/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT2 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (56/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT2 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT2 by 32 points (88/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT2 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Realme GT2 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT2 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT2 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT2 over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Realme GT2 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.