OnePlus 15 vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 86/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 3,606,149).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 213g vs 219g
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 3606149
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (90/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 2 points higher (88/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 78/100). Value score: OnePlus 15 — 86/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 97/100. In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the OnePlus 15 are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15 | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3606149 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 213 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $799 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15 and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads OnePlus 15 by 1.3% 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, both devices are on the same level — 97/100.
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the OnePlus 15 are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max edges out the OnePlus 15 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The OnePlus 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15 over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.