OnePlus 15 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $799 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 82/100 vs 61/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 6000); the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,621,671 vs 3,593,401).
OnePlus 15
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Higher AnTuTu: 3621671 vs 3593401
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 6000 mAh
- Lighter: 213g vs 226g
- Cheaper: $799 vs $999
- Better design/ergonomics (33/100 vs 17/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9300
- Higher performance (87/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the OnePlus 15 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 21 points higher (82/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (87/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15 (93/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (72/100 vs 48/100). In the "design" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (33/100 vs 17/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | OnePlus 15 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3621671 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9300 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 226 g | |
| Price | $799 | $999 |
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared OnePlus 15 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Xiaomi 17 Ultra by 0.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $200. OnePlus 15 is cheaper by $200.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (87/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15 (93/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (72/100 vs 48/100).
design
In the "design" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (33/100 vs 17/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the OnePlus 15 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15 by 21 points (82/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The OnePlus 15 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 15 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (87/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.