Realme GT7 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $420 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 77/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 7000); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 2,415,876).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Realme GT7 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 206g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $999
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 89/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (53/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 2415876
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7478
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 7000 mAh
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 84/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT7 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 11 points higher (88/100 vs 77/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Realme GT7 — 80/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 86/100; 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 Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (98/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (87/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (53/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT7 | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2415876 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT7 and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Realme GT7 by 39.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $579. Realme GT7 was $579 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (98/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (87/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (53/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT7 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Realme GT7 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Realme GT7 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Realme GT7 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT7 over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.