Realme GT7 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $420 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 77/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 2,415,876); the Realme GT7 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Realme GT7 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 206g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $986
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (53/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 2415876
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 7478
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 84/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 61/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 90/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT7 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 15 points higher (92/100 vs 77/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Realme GT7 — 80/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 96/100; 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 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (100/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 (100/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Realme GT7 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (53/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT7 | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2415876 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT7 and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Realme GT7 by 51.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $566. Realme GT7 was $566 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (100/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 (100/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Realme GT7 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (53/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT7 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Realme GT7 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Realme GT7 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Realme GT7 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT7 over the Xiaomi 18 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 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.