Redmi Note 11S vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Redmi Note 11S (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $250 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 48/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 493,222); the Redmi Note 11S is noticeably lighter (179g vs 225g).
Redmi Note 11S
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 225g
- Cheaper: $250 vs $999
- Better portability (70/100 vs 29/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 678
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 1895
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 69/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 11S vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 37 points higher (85/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11S (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 11S (90/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11S (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11S (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 11S significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (70/100 vs 29/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 11S | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 678 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1895 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 225 g | |
| Price | $250 | $999 |
Redmi Note 11S
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 11S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 11S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Redmi Note 11S and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Redmi Note 11S by 83.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $749. Redmi Note 11S is cheaper by $749.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11S (92/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 11S (90/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11S (87/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11S (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 11S significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (70/100 vs 29/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 11S or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11S by 37 points (85/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 11S and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 11S has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 11S or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 11S or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 11S over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 11S is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.