Redmi 15 5G vs Xiaomi 17
The Redmi 15 5G (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 48/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 617,626); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15 5G
Xiaomi 17
What makes Redmi 15 5G better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Overall rating 48/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 617626
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 938
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 2183
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Lighter: 191g vs 217g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 48/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 74/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15 5G vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 39 points higher (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 5G (95/100 vs 48/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 5G (81/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Redmi 15 5G (87/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Redmi 15 5G (63/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15 5G | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 617626 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 938 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2183 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, HyperOS 2.2 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 850 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.5×80.5×8.4 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 217 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15 5G
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15 5G
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 15 5G and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Redmi 15 5G by 81.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 15 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 5G (95/100 vs 48/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 74/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 5G (81/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Redmi 15 5G (87/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Redmi 15 5G (63/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15 5G or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 5G by 39 points (87/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 15 5G and the Xiaomi 17?
The Redmi 15 5G has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15 5G or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15 5G or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 48/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15 5G over the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.