Realme GT7 vs Redmi Note 17 4G
The Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Redmi Note 17 4G (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2; launch prices were $420 and $165. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 46/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 4G has the bigger battery (7700 mAh vs 7000); the Realme GT7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,415,876 vs 505,682); the Realme GT7 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7
Redmi Note 17 4G
What makes Realme GT7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2415876 vs 505682
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 484
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 1558
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Lighter: 206g vs 224g
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 36/100)
- Better camera (61/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (53/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi Note 17 4G better?
- Bigger battery: 7700 vs 7000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $165 vs $420
- Overall rating 46/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT7 vs the Redmi Note 17 4G, the Realme GT7 scores 31 points higher (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 leads (84/100 vs 36/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 leads (61/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Realme GT7 — 80/100, Redmi Note 17 4G — 62/100; 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 Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (84/100 vs 36/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (61/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (90/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (53/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT7 | Redmi Note 17 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 2415876 | 505682 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 484 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 1558 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.0" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 1080x2396 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7700 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | — | 169.7×79.1×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $165 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 17 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 17 4G
- 7.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2396
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi Note 17 4G
- 7700 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT7 and Redmi Note 17 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 leads Redmi Note 17 4G by 377.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $255. Redmi Note 17 4G was $255 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (84/100 vs 36/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (61/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (90/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (53/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT7 or the Redmi Note 17 4G?
The Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G by 31 points (77/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT7 and the Redmi Note 17 4G?
The Realme GT7 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi Note 17 4G — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 or the Redmi Note 17 4G?
The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 or the Redmi Note 17 4G?
The Realme GT7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 36/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT7 over the Redmi Note 17 4G?
The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.