Apple iPhone 17 vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 76/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 2,156,126); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the stronger camera (159 vs 157); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 3050
- Lighter: 177g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $999
- Better portability (73/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 88/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 86/100)
- 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 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 9 points higher (85/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, 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 and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 88/100). 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 and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (87/100 vs 86/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (80/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (73/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | 159 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 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 | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- 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 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
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 17 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 17 by 28.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Apple iPhone 17 was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 88/100).
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 and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (87/100 vs 86/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (80/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (73/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra edges out the Apple iPhone 17 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 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.