Realme 15 (India) vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Realme 15 (India) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300+, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 60/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 879,714); the Xiaomi 17 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 15 (India) doesn't; the Realme 15 (India) is noticeably lighter (187g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 15 (India)
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Realme 15 (India) better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 187g vs 219g
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2918
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 15 (India) vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 28 points higher (88/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 15 (India) (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Realme 15 (India) is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 15 (India) (90/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Realme 15 (India) (90/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 15 (India) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (68/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 15 (India) | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2800 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades, Realme UI 6.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.3×76.2×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 187 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Realme 15 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 15 (India)
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 15 (India)
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 15 (India) and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Realme 15 (India) by 75.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 15 (India)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 15 (India) (97/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 15 (India) is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 15 (India) (90/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Realme 15 (India) (90/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 15 (India) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (68/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 15 (India) or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 15 (India) by 28 points (88/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 15 (India) and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Realme 15 (India) has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 15 (India) or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 15 (India) or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Realme 15 (India) over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.