Poco F8 Pro vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Poco F8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $529 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 79/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 Pro has the bigger battery (6210 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 3,024,818); the Poco F8 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8 Pro
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Poco F8 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6210 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $529 vs $999
- Better portability (60/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 3024818
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 9287
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F8 Pro vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 6 points higher (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Poco F8 Pro — 78/100, Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 80/100; 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 Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Poco F8 Pro are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco F8 Pro (87/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (60/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F8 Pro | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3024818 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6210 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $529 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Poco F8 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco F8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F8 Pro
- 6210 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:55 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F8 Pro and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Poco F8 Pro by 0.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $470. Poco F8 Pro was $470 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Poco F8 Pro are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco F8 Pro (87/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (60/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F8 Pro or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra edges out the Poco F8 Pro by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco F8 Pro and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 Pro or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 Pro over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. 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.