Realme 15 (India) vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Realme 15 (India) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300+, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 60/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 879,714); the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 15 (India) doesn't; the Realme 15 (India) is noticeably lighter (187g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 15 (India)
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Realme 15 (India) better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 187g vs 235g
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 2918
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 15 (India) vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 32 points higher (92/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 15 (India) (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Realme 15 (India) is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 15 (India) (100/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 15 (India) (92/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 15 (India) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (68/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 15 (India) | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2800 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 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 | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades, Realme UI 6.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.3×76.2×7.8 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
Realme 15 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme 15 (India)
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 15 (India)
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 15 (India) and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Realme 15 (India) by 82.4% 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 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 15 (India) (100/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 15 (India) is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 15 (India) (100/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 15 (India) (92/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 15 (India) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (68/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 15 (India) or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 15 (India) by 32 points (92/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 15 (India) and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Realme 15 (India) has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 15 (India) or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 15 (India) or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Realme 15 (India) over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.