Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 13 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (2023) runs on the Apple A17 Pro, while the Xiaomi 13 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $1199 and $900. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra leads — 74/100 vs 72/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 13 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4441); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 13 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,796,720 vs 1,467,470); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max has the stronger camera (154 vs 140).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Xiaomi 13 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7200 vs 5311
- Lighter: 221g vs 227g
- Higher performance (79/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (83/100 vs 73/100)
- Better portability (43/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Xiaomi 13 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1796720 vs 1467470
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4441 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $900 vs $1199
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 41/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 13 Ultra, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra scores 2 points higher (74/100 vs 72/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads (83/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra leads (73/100 vs 41/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max — 54/100, Xiaomi 13 Ultra — 60/100; 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 Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 13 Ultra are nearly equal (79/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is a bit better (83/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (73/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max | Xiaomi 13 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A17 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1467470 | 1796720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7200 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2796x1290 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4441 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 154 | 140 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 17 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×76.7×8.3 mm | 163.2×74.6×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $900 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 13 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2796x1290
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 13 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- 4441 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 13 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Xiaomi 13 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 13 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max by 18.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $299. Xiaomi 13 Ultra was $299 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 13 Ultra are nearly equal (79/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is a bit better (83/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (73/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 13 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 13 Ultra edges out the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 13 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 13 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads on camera score (83/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 13 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 13 Ultra is a better fit for active users.