Realme GT7 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $420 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 77/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,600,724 vs 2,415,876); the Realme GT7 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Realme GT7 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 90W
- Lighter: 206g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $999
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (53/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3600724 vs 2415876
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7478
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 84/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT7 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 12 points higher (89/100 vs 77/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 80/100). Value score: Realme GT7 — 80/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100; 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 Ultra is a bit better (97/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 (93/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (53/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT7 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2415876 | 3600724 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT7 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Realme GT7 by 32.9% 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 Ultra is a bit better (97/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 (93/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100).
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 Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is noticeably better than the Realme GT7 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Realme GT7 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Realme GT7 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT7 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. 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.