Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs Xiaomi 15
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Xiaomi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1199 and $635. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 82/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 has the bigger battery (5240 mAh vs 4288); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,434,654 vs 2,914,100); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro has the stronger camera (172 vs 147); the Xiaomi 15 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Xiaomi 15
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3434654 vs 2914100
- Better Geekbench Single: 4772 vs 3092
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12989 vs 9147
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (97/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 better?
- Bigger battery: 5240 vs 4288 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 191g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $635 vs $1199
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 47/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs the Xiaomi 15, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro scores 2 points higher (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads (97/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 leads (77/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro — 78/100, 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 Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 (97/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (77/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (60/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro | Xiaomi 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3434654 | 2914100 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4772 | 3092 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12989 | 9147 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1206x2622 | 2670x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4288 mAh | 5240 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 172 | 147 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | 152.3×71.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $635 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Xiaomi 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1206x2622
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2670x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 4288 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- 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 18 Pro and Xiaomi 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads Xiaomi 15 by 17.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $564. Xiaomi 15 was $564 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 (97/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (77/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (60/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Xiaomi 15?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro edges out the Xiaomi 15 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Xiaomi 15?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Xiaomi 15 — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Xiaomi 15?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads on camera score (97/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Xiaomi 15?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads on performance (97/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro over the Xiaomi 15?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.