Apple iPhone 17e vs Xiaomi 15S Pro
The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, while the Xiaomi 15S Pro (2025) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O1; launch prices were $599 and $760. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15S Pro leads — 84/100 vs 59/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15S Pro has the bigger battery (6100 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 15S Pro is faster in AnTuTu (2,998,904 vs 2,156,126).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17e
Xiaomi 15S Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3692 vs 2746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9454 vs 8431
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $760
- Overall rating 59/100
What makes Xiaomi 15S Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2998904 vs 2156126
- Bigger battery: 6100 vs 3600 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (78/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 21/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Xiaomi 15S Pro, the Xiaomi 15S Pro scores 25 points higher (84/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro leads (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro leads (77/100 vs 21/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17e — 32/100, Xiaomi 15S Pro — 82/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 89/100. In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (90/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (77/100 vs 21/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17e | Xiaomi 15S Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Xiaomi XRING O1 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 2998904 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3692 | 2746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9454 | 8431 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 6100 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| 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 | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 19 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 163 g | — | |
| Launch price | $599 | $760 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 24MP
Xiaomi 15S Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 15S Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17e
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 15S Pro
- 6100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17e and Xiaomi 15S Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15S Pro leads Apple iPhone 17e by 28.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $161. Apple iPhone 17e was $161 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (90/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (78/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (77/100 vs 21/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Xiaomi 15S Pro?
The Xiaomi 15S Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e by 25 points (84/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Xiaomi 15S Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Xiaomi 15S Pro — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Xiaomi 15S Pro?
The Xiaomi 15S Pro leads on camera score (78/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Xiaomi 15S Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 15S Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.