Google Pixel 8 Pro vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Google Pixel 8 Pro (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, 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 72/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5050); the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 1,367,231); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the stronger camera (159 vs 153).
Google Pixel 8 Pro
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Lighter: 213g vs 225g
- Better portability (42/100 vs 29/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 1367231
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1750
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 4500
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5050 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 30W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 23W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 83/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 87/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 Pro vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 13 points higher (85/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8 Pro — 56/100, Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 82/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 Pro (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Google Pixel 8 Pro are nearly equal (90/100 vs 87/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Google Pixel 8 Pro are nearly equal (87/100 vs 83/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 Pro (80/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 Pro is a bit better (42/100 vs 29/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 Pro | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1367231 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1750 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4500 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 153 | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2400 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.6×76.5×8.8 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $999 |
Google Pixel 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 8 Pro
- 6.7" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8 Pro
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 23W
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 8 Pro and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Google Pixel 8 Pro by 54.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 Pro (92/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Google Pixel 8 Pro are nearly equal (90/100 vs 87/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Google Pixel 8 Pro are nearly equal (87/100 vs 83/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 Pro (80/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 Pro is a bit better (42/100 vs 29/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 Pro or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8 Pro — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 Pro and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 Pro or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 Pro over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 8 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. 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.