Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $1099 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 79/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3998); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 2,590,000); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro has the stronger camera (168 vs 159); the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is noticeably lighter (206g vs 225g).
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Better Geekbench Single: 3895 vs 3050
- Lighter: 206g vs 225g
- Better camera (94/100 vs 87/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 29/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 2590000
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 9988
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3998 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Cheaper: $999 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 85/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 70/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 6 points higher (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (82/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 92/100. In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (80/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (47/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (82/100 vs 70/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2590000 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3895 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9988 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3998 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 168 | 159 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 225 g | |
| Price | $1099 | $999 |
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 3998 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 9:51 hrs, total 26:48 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro by 14.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $100. Xiaomi 15 Ultra is cheaper by $100.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 92/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (80/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (47/100 vs 29/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (82/100 vs 70/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra edges out the Apple iPhone 17 Pro by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 87/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. 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.