Apple iPhone 17 vs Xiaomi 15 Pro
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Xiaomi 15 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $771. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 76/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Pro has the bigger battery (6100 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 15 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (2,995,695 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Xiaomi 15 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 2798
- Lighter: 177g vs 213g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2995695 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10104 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 6100 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $771 vs $799
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 88/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Xiaomi 15 Pro, the Xiaomi 15 Pro scores 7 points higher (83/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (80/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, Xiaomi 15 Pro — 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 Pro and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (86/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (80/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Pro (73/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Xiaomi 15 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 2995695 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 2798 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 10104 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 6100 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 161.3×75.3×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $771 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Xiaomi 15 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Pro leads Apple iPhone 17 by 28.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $28. Xiaomi 15 Pro was $28 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (86/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (80/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Pro (73/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro edges out the Apple iPhone 17 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi 15 Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 15 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.