Samsung Galaxy A15 5G vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, 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 43/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 513,809); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the stronger camera (159 vs 83); the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G is noticeably lighter (200g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy A15 5G better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 219g
- Better portability (55/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 45 points higher (88/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (98/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (81/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (87/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A15 5G | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" Super AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 83 | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.1×76.8×8.4 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
- 6.5" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A15 5G and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy A15 5G by 87.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (98/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (81/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (87/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (89/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G by 45 points (88/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy A15 5G has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G 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.