Redmi A1+ vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Redmi A1+ (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $80 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 24/100 (a 61-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 155,362); the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A1+ doesn't; the Redmi A1+ is noticeably lighter (192g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A1+
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Redmi A1+ better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $80 vs $999
- Better portability (52/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 486
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi A1+ vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 61 points higher (85/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Redmi A1+ — 44/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (92/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (90/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A1+ notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (52/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi A1+ | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio A22 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 155362 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 486 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 (Go edition), MIUI 12 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.9×76.8×9.1 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $80 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi A1+
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi A1+
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi A1+
- 5000 mAh
- 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 Redmi A1+ and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Redmi A1+ by 94.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $919. Redmi A1+ was $919 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (92/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (90/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A1+ notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (52/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A1+ or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ by 61 points (85/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A1+ and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Redmi A1+ has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A1+ or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A1+ or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A1+ over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
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.