Nokia 3 vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Nokia 3 (2017) runs on the MediaTek MT6737, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $159 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 14/100 (a 71-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 2630); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 73,398); the Nokia 3 is noticeably lighter (140g vs 225g).
Nokia 3
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Lighter: 140g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $159 vs $999
- Better portability (78/100 vs 29/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 73398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 141
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 594
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 2630 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 34/100)
Comparing the Nokia 3 vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 71 points higher (85/100 vs 14/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Nokia 3 — 2/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (90/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (80/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 3 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (78/100 vs 29/100).
| Specification | Nokia 3 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek MT6737 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 73398 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 141 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 594 | 10200 | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x720 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2630 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 7.0 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 143.4×71.4×8.5 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 140 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $159 | $999 |
Nokia 3
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Nokia 3
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1280x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia 3
- 2630 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Nokia 3 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Nokia 3 by 97.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $840. Nokia 3 was $840 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (90/100 vs 34/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (80/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 3 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (78/100 vs 29/100).
Which is better: the Nokia 3 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 by 71 points (85/100 vs 14/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 3 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Nokia 3 has a MobileRank rating of 14/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 3 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 3 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 3 over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Nokia 3 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.