Samsung Galaxy A15 vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A15 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $200 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 Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 503,308); the Samsung Galaxy A15 is noticeably lighter (200g vs 225g).
Samsung Galaxy A15
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Lighter: 200g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $999
- Better portability (60/100 vs 29/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 503308
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 68/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A15 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 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A15 — 58/100, Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 82/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (92/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (90/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (87/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (60/100 vs 29/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A15 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 503308 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $999 |
Samsung Galaxy A15
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A15
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A15
- 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
We compared Samsung Galaxy A15 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A15 by 83.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $799. Samsung Galaxy A15 was $799 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (92/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (90/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (87/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (60/100 vs 29/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A15 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 by 37 points (85/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A15 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A15 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A15 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A15 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A15 over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A15 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, budget-conscious buyers.