Realme Narzo N61 vs Xiaomi 17 Max

The Realme Narzo N61 (2024) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T612, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 28/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 32 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme Narzo N61 doesn't; the Realme Narzo N61 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo N61 by 60 points (88/100 vs 28/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Realme Narzo N61

Performance 16
Display 43
Camera 20
Battery 43
Portability 68
Value for money —

Xiaomi 17 Max

Performance 97
Display 81
Camera 90
Battery 90
Portability 40
Value for money 90

What makes Realme Narzo N61 better?

  • Lighter: 187g vs 219g

  • Better portability (68/100 vs 40/100)

What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?

  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 360
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1250
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 32MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (97/100 vs 16/100)
  • Better camera (90/100 vs 20/100)
  • Longer battery life (90/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 43/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme Narzo N61 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 60 points higher (88/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo N61 (97/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo N61 (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo N61 (90/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo N61 (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo N61 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (68/100 vs 40/100).

Xiaomi 17 Max: The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Realme Narzo N61 Xiaomi 17 Max
Processor Unisoc Tiger T612 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu — 3654776
Geekbench Single 360 3639
Geekbench Multi 1250 11047
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 2608x1200
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 10W 100W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 32 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 32 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 560 nits 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP54 IP68
Dimensions 167.3×76.7×7.8 mm —
Weight 187 g 219 g
Launch price — $799

Camera comparison

Realme Narzo N61

  • Main: 32MP f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
20
camera

Xiaomi 17 Max

  • Main: 200MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
90
camera

Display comparison

Realme Narzo N61

  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display

Xiaomi 17 Max

  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display

Battery and charging

Realme Narzo N61

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery

Xiaomi 17 Max

  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
90
battery

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Realme Narzo N61

Price unknown

Xiaomi 17 Max

$799

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo N61 (97/100 vs 16/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo N61 (81/100 vs 43/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo N61 (90/100 vs 20/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo N61 (90/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo N61 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (68/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Realme Narzo N61 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo N61 by 60 points (88/100 vs 28/100).

What is the rating of the Realme Narzo N61 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Realme Narzo N61 has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme Narzo N61 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 20/100).

Which is more powerful: the Realme Narzo N61 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 16/100).

Should you choose the Realme Narzo N61 over the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.