Realme GT5 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Pro
The Realme GT5 Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $500 and $825. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads — 86/100 vs 77/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro has the bigger battery (6300 mAh vs 5400); the Xiaomi 17 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,569,354 vs 2,402,979); the Xiaomi 17 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT5 Pro
Xiaomi 17 Pro
What makes Realme GT5 Pro better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $500 vs $825
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3569354 vs 2402979
- Better Geekbench Single: 3310 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10070 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 6300 vs 5400 mAh
- Lighter: 192g vs 218g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT5 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro, the Xiaomi 17 Pro scores 9 points higher (86/100 vs 77/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (95/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (81/100 vs 67/100). Value score: Realme GT5 Pro — 76/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro — 86/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is a bit better (95/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT5 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro and the Realme GT5 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro notably outperforms the Realme GT5 Pro (64/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT5 Pro | Xiaomi 17 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2402979 | 3569354 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3310 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 10070 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 2656x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5400 mAh | 6300 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.7×75.1×9.2 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $500 | $825 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT5 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme GT5 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT5 Pro
- 5400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT5 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro leads Realme GT5 Pro by 32.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $325. Realme GT5 Pro was $325 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is a bit better (95/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT5 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro and the Realme GT5 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro notably outperforms the Realme GT5 Pro (64/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT5 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro edges out the Realme GT5 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme GT5 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Realme GT5 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT5 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro leads on camera score (81/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT5 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro leads on performance (95/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT5 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Realme GT5 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.