Realme GT5 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Realme GT5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 65/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5240); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 1,700,000); the Realme GT5 is noticeably lighter (205g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT5
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Realme GT5 better?
- Faster charging: 150W vs 100W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 205g vs 235g
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 1700000
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5240 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT5 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 27 points higher (92/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT5 (100/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT5 (100/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT5 (92/100 vs 69/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT5 is a bit better (46/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT5 | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1700000 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1240x2772 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5240 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 150W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, Realme UI 4.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.1×75.4×8.9 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT5
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme GT5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1240x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT5
- 5240 mAh
- Wired: 150W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT5 and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Realme GT5 by 66.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme GT5
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT5 (100/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT5 (100/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT5 (92/100 vs 69/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT5 is a bit better (46/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT5 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT5 by 27 points (92/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT5 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Realme GT5 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT5 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT5 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT5 over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Realme GT5 is a better fit for active users. 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.