Google Pixel 5 vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Google Pixel 5 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 48/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4080); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 597,974); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the stronger camera (159 vs 109); the Google Pixel 5 is noticeably lighter (151g vs 225g).
Google Pixel 5
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Lighter: 151g vs 225g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 29/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4080 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 12W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 70/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 5 vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 37 points higher (85/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 44/100). 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 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (92/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (90/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (87/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (80/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (84/100 vs 29/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 5 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.0" OLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4080 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 12W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 109 | 159 | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 144.7×70.4×8.0 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 151 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Google Pixel 5
- Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 5
- 6.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 5
- 4080 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 12W
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 5 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Google Pixel 5 by 80.3% in our overall performance rating.
Google Pixel 5
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (92/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (90/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (87/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (80/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (84/100 vs 29/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 by 37 points (85/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 5 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5 over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 5 is a better fit for everyday use. 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.