Apple iPhone Duo vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Apple iPhone Duo (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1999 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 72/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4883); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone Duo is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 3,030,376); the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is noticeably lighter (225g vs 254g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Duo
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone Duo better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 3030376
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 3050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 10200
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 92/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4883 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 225g vs 254g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1999
- Better camera (87/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 59/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (29/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone Duo vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 13 points higher (85/100 vs 72/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 59/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Duo — 52/100, 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 Apple iPhone Duo is a bit better (97/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Duo (87/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone Duo (80/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (29/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Duo | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 10200 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1878x2670 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4883 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 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 | 117.8×84.1×11.3 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 254 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Duo
- 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 Duo
- 7.6" Foldable LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1878x2670
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone Duo
- 4883 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- 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 Duo and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone Duo leads Xiaomi 15 Ultra by 17.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1000. Xiaomi 15 Ultra was $1000 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Duo is a bit better (97/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Duo (87/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone Duo (80/100 vs 59/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (29/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Duo or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone Duo — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Duo and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone Duo has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Duo or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone Duo or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone Duo leads on performance (97/100 vs 92/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Duo over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone Duo 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.