Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro (2021) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 65/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3095); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 1,413,275); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the stronger camera (159 vs 141); the Apple iPhone 13 Pro is noticeably lighter (204g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 13 Pro better?
- Lighter: 204g vs 225g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 1413275
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2315
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 5753
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3095 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 20 points higher (85/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 13 Pro — 40/100, Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 80/100; 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 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (92/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (87/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (80/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (60/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 13 Pro | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1413275 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2315 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5753 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1170x2532 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3095 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | 159 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 15 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.7 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1170x2532
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
- 3095 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 13 Pro and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 13 Pro by 53.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (92/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (87/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (80/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (60/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro by 20 points (85/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 73/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 13 Pro over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.