Realme GT 6 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro
Compare Realme GT 6 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 5500mAh vs 5500mAh…
Realme
GT 6
$549
4categories won
Xiaomi
17 Pro
$999
11categories won
7 categories tied · 22 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 GT 6, outperforming on gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the GT 6 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 GT 6 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
GT 6 wins on endurance with 5,500 mAh and 120W 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.
GT 6 provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $549 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.
GT 6 vs 17 Pro: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | GT 6 | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.78" | 6.36" |
| Resolution | 1264 x 2780Winner | 1200 x 2670 |
| Pixel density | 450 ppi | 460 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 6000 nitsWinner | 3200 nits |
Performance
| Specification | GT 6 | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| Process node | 4 nm | 3 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 1,560,000 | 3,060,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 5050 | 10420Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Maximum storage | 512GB | 1TBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | GT 6 | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Optical zoom | 2x | 3.2xWinner |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MPWinner |
| Selfie camera | 32 MP | 32 MP |
| Max video | 4K at 60fps Dolby Vision | 8K@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | GT 6 | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,500 mAh | 5,500 mAh |
| Wired charging | 120 WWinner | 90 W |
| Wireless charging | No | 50 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | GT 6 | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 199 g | 191 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.6 mm | 8.2 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP65 | IP68 |
| Build | Polycarbonate frame, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front, nano-mirror nano-texture glass back | Xiaomi Dragon Crystal Glass 2.0 front, high-strength polished aluminum alloy frame, velvet frosted glass rear |
Software and support
| Specification | GT 6 | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 | Android 16 (HyperOS 3) |
| OS updates | 3 years | 5 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 4 years | 5 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | GT 6 | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $549Winner | $999 |
Realme GT 6
The Realme GT 6 marks the international return of the GT flagship killer series, boasting an unprecedented 6000-nit 8T LTPO display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, 50MP Sony LYT-808 OIS main camera, and 120W rapid charging.
- Display
- 6.78"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,500mAh
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