Realme GT5 Pro vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Realme GT5 Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $500 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 77/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 2,402,979); the Realme GT5 Pro is noticeably lighter (218g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT5 Pro
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Realme GT5 Pro better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 218g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $500 vs $986
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (35/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 2402979
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5400 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT5 Pro vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 15 points higher (92/100 vs 77/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 80/100). Value score: Realme GT5 Pro — 76/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 96/100; 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 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT5 Pro (100/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT5 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT5 Pro (100/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT5 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (35/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT5 Pro | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2402979 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5400 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.7×75.1×9.2 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $500 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT5 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme GT5 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT5 Pro
- 5400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT5 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Realme GT5 Pro by 52.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $486. Realme GT5 Pro was $486 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT5 Pro (100/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT5 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT5 Pro (100/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT5 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (35/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT5 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Realme GT5 Pro — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Realme GT5 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Realme GT5 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT5 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT5 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT5 Pro over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Realme GT5 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. 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.