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).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme GT5 by 23 points (88/100 vs 65/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT5
Performance 75
Display 94
Camera 35
Battery 69
Portability 46
Value for money
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Performance 96
Display 89
Camera 93
Battery 80
Portability 40
Value for money 88
What makes Realme GT5 better?
  • 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)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
  • 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)
Comparison verdict

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).

Realme GT5: The Realme GT5 is a better fit for active users.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra: 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.
Specs comparison
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
Camera comparison
Realme GT5
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
35
camera
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.63
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 32MP
93
camera
Display comparison
Realme GT5
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1240x2772
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Realme GT5
  • 5240 mAh
  • Wired: 150W
  • No wireless charging
69
battery
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • 6000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
80
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Realme GT5 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Realme GT5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
65/100
1700000 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
88/100 +52.7%
3593401 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Realme GT5 by 52.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme GT5
Price unknown
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
$999
Detailed category analysis
performance

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).

Frequently asked questions
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.