ASUS Zenfone 10 vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The ASUS Zenfone 10 (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 $699 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 62/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4300); the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 1,684,922); the ASUS Zenfone 10 is noticeably lighter (172g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 10
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes ASUS Zenfone 10 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 172g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $999
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 1684922
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 30W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 10 vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 23 points higher (85/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 38/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 10 — 38/100, 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 Zenfone 10 (92/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (80/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (61/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 10 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1684922 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 10200 | |
| Display | 5.9" Super AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 / ZenUI | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.5×68.1×9.4 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 172 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $999 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 10
- 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 Zenfone 10
- 5.9" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 10
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- 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 ASUS Zenfone 10 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads ASUS Zenfone 10 by 44.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. ASUS Zenfone 10 was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (92/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (87/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (80/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (61/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 10 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 by 23 points (85/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 10 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The ASUS Zenfone 10 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 10 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS Zenfone 10 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 10 over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The ASUS Zenfone 10 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.