Realme 15 (India) vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The Realme 15 (India) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300+, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 60/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 15 (India) has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6800); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 879,714); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 15 (India) doesn't; the Realme 15 (India) is noticeably lighter (187g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 15 (India)
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
What makes Realme 15 (India) better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6800 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 187g vs 224g
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2918
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 15 (India) vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 27 points higher (87/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Realme 15 (India) (98/100 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 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Realme 15 (India) (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Realme 15 (India) (83/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 15 (India) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (68/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 15 (India) | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300+ | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2800 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades, Realme UI 6.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.3×76.2×7.8 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | — | $892 |
Camera comparison
Realme 15 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme 15 (India)
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 15 (India)
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 15 (India) and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Realme 15 (India) by 77.7% 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 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Realme 15 (India) (98/100 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 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Realme 15 (India) (87/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Realme 15 (India) (83/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 15 (India) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (68/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 15 (India) or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Realme 15 (India) by 27 points (87/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 15 (India) and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Realme 15 (India) has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 15 (India) or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 15 (India) or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Realme 15 (India) over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.