Xiaomi 17 vs (Oppo) Realme GT 8 Pro

EDITORIAL: Xiaomi is going after Apple this year with matching gen number and addition of Pro and Pro Max models. Plain 17 adds a massive battery upgrade (from 5500 to 7000mAh, 6330mAh in EU), faster processor and storage, better selfie (finally with AF) and Dolby Atmos certified speakers. It is a battery endurance beast, providing 42+ hours to even a heavy user. Cameras are similar to excellent Xiaomi 15: competent performer with some excellent results. Apple flattery extended to physical design too - while last year's model was one of the nicest to hold because of softly curved front and back glass panels, the 17 has palm-cutting sharp frame with flat front and back.

EDITORIAL: Less then a year after GT 7 here comes a proper upgrade that may signal a shift in Realme's (and it's parent Oppo's) expectations. This is a true flagship phone with a slow USB-C 2.0 port as it's only real weakness. GT 8 Pro is shorter and thinner then it's precessor while bringing a bigger 144Hz hi-res Dolby Vision screen, top performance chip and memory, very long battery endurance and a strong Ricoh tech imaging package that includes a 200MP periscope telephoto. To razzle dazzle, Realme created a removable camera module cover that can be replaced with custom covers of different materials, shapes and colors making this a truly unique offering for a fraction of the price your will pay elsewhere. You should consider buying this big phone if you can find it in your market.