OnePlus 15T vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The OnePlus 15T (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 86/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15T has the bigger battery (6400 mAh vs 6000); the OnePlus 15T is faster in AnTuTu (3,927,976 vs 3,600,724); the OnePlus 15T is noticeably lighter (206g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15T
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes OnePlus 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3927976 vs 3600724
- Bigger battery: 6400 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 206g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $999
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 97/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Better camera (93/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15T vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 3 points higher (89/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 78/100). Value score: OnePlus 15T — 86/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100; 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, the OnePlus 15T and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (98/100 vs 97/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus 15T (93/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15T and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15T is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15T | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3927976 | 3600724 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6400 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.6×71.8×8.4 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $999 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15T
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15T
- 6400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15T and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15T leads Xiaomi 17 Ultra by 9.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. OnePlus 15T was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15T and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (98/100 vs 97/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus 15T (93/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15T and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15T is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15T or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra edges out the OnePlus 15T by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15T and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The OnePlus 15T has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15T or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15T over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The OnePlus 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.