Realme GT5 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Realme GT5 Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $500 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 77/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5400); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,600,724 vs 2,402,979).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT5 Pro
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Realme GT5 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 218g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $500 vs $999
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3600724 vs 2402979
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5400 mAh
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (40/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT5 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 12 points higher (89/100 vs 77/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 67/100). Value score: Realme GT5 Pro — 76/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100; 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 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme GT5 Pro (97/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT5 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme GT5 Pro (93/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100. In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT5 Pro | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2402979 | 3600724 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5400 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.7×75.1×9.2 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $500 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT5 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme GT5 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT5 Pro
- 5400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT5 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Realme GT5 Pro by 33.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $499. Realme GT5 Pro was $499 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme GT5 Pro (97/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT5 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme GT5 Pro (93/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT5 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is noticeably better than the Realme GT5 Pro — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Realme GT5 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Realme GT5 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT5 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT5 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT5 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
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 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.