Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs Xiaomi 15
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Xiaomi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1099 and $635. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 leads — 82/100 vs 79/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 has the bigger battery (5240 mAh vs 3998); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 15 is faster in AnTuTu (2,914,100 vs 2,538,751); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro has the stronger camera (168 vs 147); the Xiaomi 15 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Xiaomi 15
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3895 vs 3092
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9988 vs 9147
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2914100 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 5240 vs 3998 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 191g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $635 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs the Xiaomi 15, the Xiaomi 15 scores 3 points higher (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads (94/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 leads (77/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 Pro — 68/100, Xiaomi 15 — 78/100; 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 17 Pro and the Xiaomi 15 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 (94/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 is a bit better (60/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro | Xiaomi 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 2914100 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3895 | 3092 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9988 | 9147 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2670x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3998 mAh | 5240 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 168 | 147 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 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 | 152.3×71.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $635 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Xiaomi 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2670x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 3998 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 9:51 hrs, total 26:48 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 15
- 5240 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:20 hrs, total 31:54 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Xiaomi 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro by 12.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $464. Xiaomi 15 was $464 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Xiaomi 15 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 (94/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (77/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 is a bit better (60/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Xiaomi 15?
The Xiaomi 15 edges out the Apple iPhone 17 Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Xiaomi 15?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Xiaomi 15 — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Xiaomi 15?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro over the Xiaomi 15?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.