Poco C40 vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Poco C40 (2022) runs on the JLQ, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 31/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco C40 is noticeably lighter (204g vs 225g).
Poco C40
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Lighter: 204g vs 225g
- Better portability (44/100 vs 29/100)
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 39/100)
Comparing the Poco C40 vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 54 points higher (85/100 vs 31/100). 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 51/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (90/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco C40 (80/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco C40 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (44/100 vs 29/100).
| Specification | Poco C40 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | JLQ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, MIUI 13 for POCO | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.6×76.6×9.2 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 225 g | |
| Price | — | $999 |
Poco C40
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco C40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco C40
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Poco C40
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In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (90/100 vs 39/100).
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In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco C40 (80/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco C40 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (44/100 vs 29/100).
Which is better: the Poco C40 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C40 by 54 points (85/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C40 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Poco C40 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C40 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Poco C40 over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Poco C40 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.