Poco F8 vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Poco F8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $499 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 74/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6000); the Poco F8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 3,030,376); the Poco F8 is noticeably lighter (205g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Poco F8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 3030376
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6000 mAh
- Lighter: 205g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $999
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 9287
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F8 vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 11 points higher (85/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco F8 — 70/100, 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 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 90/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco F8 (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (86/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (54/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F8 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.6" OLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Poco F8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco F8
- 6.6" OLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
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 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 leads Xiaomi 15 Ultra by 3.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Poco F8 was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Poco F8 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 90/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco F8 (87/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (86/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (54/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F8 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is noticeably better than the Poco F8 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Poco F8 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Poco F8 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Poco F8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. 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.