Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 54/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 7000).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 15 Pro (China)
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) better?
- Lighter: 211g vs 219g
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2939
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 34 points higher (88/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) (98/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1050 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2939 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1220x2772 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.8 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 15 Pro (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 15 Pro (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1220x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 15 Pro (China)
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 15 Pro (China)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) (98/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) (87/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) (89/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) by 34 points (88/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.