Poco F8 Ultra vs Redmi 15
The Poco F8 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi 15 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $729 and $180. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 46/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 108 MP; the Poco F8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,651,476 vs 476,175); the Redmi 15 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8 Ultra
Redmi 15
What makes Poco F8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3651476 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Redmi 15 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $729
- Better portability (57/100 vs 49/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F8 Ultra vs the Redmi 15, the Poco F8 Ultra scores 43 points higher (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (90/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Poco F8 Ultra — 92/100, Redmi 15 — 58/100; 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 Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (97/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (90/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15 is a bit better (57/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F8 Ultra | Redmi 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 3651476 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15, HyperOS 2.2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 850 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 169.5×80.5×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $729 | $180 |
Camera comparison
Poco F8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi 15
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:14 hrs, total 32:38 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi 15
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F8 Ultra and Redmi 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Ultra leads Redmi 15 by 666.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $549. Redmi 15 was $549 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (97/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (90/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (85/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15 is a bit better (57/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F8 Ultra or the Redmi 15?
The Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 by 43 points (89/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F8 Ultra and the Redmi 15?
The Poco F8 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Redmi 15 — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 Ultra or the Redmi 15?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on camera score (90/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F8 Ultra or the Redmi 15?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 Ultra over the Redmi 15?
The Poco F8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.