Realme GT5 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Realme GT5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 88/100 vs 65/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5240); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 1,700,000); the Realme GT5 is noticeably lighter (205g vs 226g).
Realme GT5
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Faster charging: 150W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 205g vs 226g
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 1700000
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5240 mAh
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 69/100)
Comparing the Realme GT5 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 23 points higher (88/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme GT5 (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme GT5 (93/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 69/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT5 is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Realme GT5 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1700000 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1240x2772 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5240 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 150W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, Realme UI 4.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.1×75.4×8.9 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Realme GT5
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme GT5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1240x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT5
- 5240 mAh
- Wired: 150W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Realme GT5 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Realme GT5 by 52.7% in our overall performance rating.
Realme GT5
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme GT5 (96/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme GT5 (93/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 69/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT5 is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Realme GT5 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme GT5 by 23 points (88/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT5 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Realme GT5 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT5 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT5 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT5 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Realme GT5 is a better fit for active users. 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.