Apple iPhone 17 vs Xiaomi 15
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Xiaomi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $635. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 leads — 82/100 vs 76/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 has the bigger battery (5240 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 15 is faster in AnTuTu (2,914,100 vs 2,156,126); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 17 has the stronger camera (157 vs 147).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Xiaomi 15
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 3092
- Lighter: 177g vs 191g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2914100 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9147 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 5240 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $635 vs $799
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 88/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Xiaomi 15, the Xiaomi 15 scores 6 points higher (82/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 leads (77/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, 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 Xiaomi 15 and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 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 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (77/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (73/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Xiaomi 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 2914100 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 3092 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 9147 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2670x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 5240 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | 147 | |
| 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 | 152.3×71.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $635 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- 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
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2670x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- 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 and Xiaomi 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 leads Apple iPhone 17 by 26.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $164. Xiaomi 15 was $164 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 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 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (77/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (73/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Xiaomi 15?
The Xiaomi 15 edges out the Apple iPhone 17 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Xiaomi 15?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi 15 — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Xiaomi 15?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Xiaomi 15?
The Apple iPhone 17 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.