Realme GT5 vs Xiaomi 17
The Realme GT5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 65/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5240); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 1,700,000).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT5
Xiaomi 17
What makes Realme GT5 better?
- Faster charging: 150W vs 100W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 1700000
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5240 mAh
- Lighter: 191g vs 205g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT5 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 22 points higher (87/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Realme GT5 (95/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Realme GT5 (81/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Realme GT5 (87/100 vs 69/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Realme GT5 (63/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT5 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1700000 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1240x2772 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5240 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 150W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, Realme UI 4.0 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.1×75.4×8.9 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT5
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme GT5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1240x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT5
- 5240 mAh
- Wired: 150W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT5 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Realme GT5 by 47.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme GT5
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Realme GT5 (95/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Realme GT5 (81/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Realme GT5 (87/100 vs 69/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Realme GT5 (63/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT5 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Realme GT5 by 22 points (87/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT5 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Realme GT5 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT5 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT5 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT5 over the Xiaomi 17?
The Realme GT5 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.