ASUS ROG Phone 7 vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 65/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 1,828,576); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the stronger camera (159 vs 108).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 7
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 7 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Overall rating 65/100
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 1828576
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 5311
- Faster charging: 90W vs 65W
- Lighter: 225g vs 239g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (29/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 7 vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 20 points higher (85/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 60/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 7 — 40/100, 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 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the ASUS ROG Phone 7 are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (80/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (29/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 7 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1828576 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2448x1080 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 108 | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 / ROG UI | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 173.0×77.0×10.3 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 239 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $999 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 7
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 7
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
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 ASUS ROG Phone 7 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads ASUS ROG Phone 7 by 39.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (92/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the ASUS ROG Phone 7 are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (87/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (80/100 vs 60/100).
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 ASUS ROG Phone 7 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 by 20 points (85/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 7 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 7 over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 is a better fit for active 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.