Realme 16 Pro+ 5G vs Xiaomi 17 Pro
Compare Realme 16 Pro+ 5G vs Xiaomi 17 Pro side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 6100mAh vs 5500mAh…
Realme
16 Pro+ 5G
$379
4categories won
Xiaomi
17 Pro
$999
9categories won
6 categories tied · 19 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Xiaomi 17 Pro takes the overall win
The Xiaomi 17 Pro proves superior overall against the Realme 16 Pro+ 5G, outperforming on gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the 16 Pro+ 5G takes the lead, while the 17 Pro is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the 17 Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the 16 Pro+ 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
16 Pro+ 5G wins on endurance with 6,100 mAh and 80W fast charging.
17 Pro provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite and 16GB RAM.
17 Pro takes photography with 50MP optics and 3.2x optical telephoto capabilities.
16 Pro+ 5G provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $379 vs $999.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
16 Pro+ 5G vs 17 Pro: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | 16 Pro+ 5G | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.74" | 6.36" |
| Resolution | 1220 x 2712Winner | 1200 x 2670 |
| Pixel density | — | 460 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 3500 nitsWinner | 3200 nits |
Performance
| Specification | 16 Pro+ 5G | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| Process node | 4 nm | 3 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | — | 3,060,000 |
| Geekbench multi | — | 10420 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Maximum storage | 512GB | 1TBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | 16 Pro+ 5G | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Optical zoom | 3x | 3.2xWinner |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MPWinner |
| Selfie camera | 32 MP | 32 MP |
| Max video | — | 8K@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | 16 Pro+ 5G | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 6,100 mAhWinner | 5,500 mAh |
| Wired charging | 80 W | 90 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | No | 50 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | 16 Pro+ 5G | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 198 g | 191 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.3 mm | 8.2 mm |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Build | — | Xiaomi Dragon Crystal Glass 2.0 front, high-strength polished aluminum alloy frame, velvet frosted glass rear |
Software and support
| Specification | 16 Pro+ 5G | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 16 | Android 16 (HyperOS 3) |
| OS updates | 3 years | 5 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 4 years | 5 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | 16 Pro+ 5G | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $379Winner | $999 |
Realme 16 Pro+ 5G
Bringing luxury vegan leather finishes, a curved 1.5K 120Hz display, and an authentic Sony LYT-600 periscope telephoto lens to the sub-$400 arena, Realme redefines affordable portraiture.
- Display
- 6.74"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 6,100mAh
Xiaomi 17 Pro
Packing a Snapdragon 8 Elite, a dense 5,500 mAh battery, and Leica Summilux optics with stepless variable aperture into a 6.36-inch chassis with 1.1mm symmetrical bezels, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is the gold standard for compact flagships.
- Display
- 6.36"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,500mAh