Apple iPhone 17e vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $599 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 59/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17e is noticeably lighter (163g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17e
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3692 vs 3050
- Lighter: 163g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $999
- Better portability (83/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 9454
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3600 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 21/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 26 points higher (85/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 21/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17e — 32/100, 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 17e are nearly equal (92/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (90/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (87/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (80/100 vs 21/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (83/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17e | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3692 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9454 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 19 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 24MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17e
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
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 17e and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 17e by 28.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Apple iPhone 17e was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 17e are nearly equal (92/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (90/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (87/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (80/100 vs 21/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (83/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e by 26 points (85/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for gamers and power users. 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.