Samsung Galaxy A15 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A15 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $200 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 88/100 vs 48/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 503,308); the Samsung Galaxy A15 is noticeably lighter (200g vs 226g).
Samsung Galaxy A15
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Lighter: 200g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $999
- Better portability (60/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 503308
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 68/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A15 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 40 points higher (88/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A15 — 58/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (93/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (60/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A15 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 503308 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $999 |
Samsung Galaxy A15
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A15
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A15
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy A15 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A15 by 86.0% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $799. Samsung Galaxy A15 was $799 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (96/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (89/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (93/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (60/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A15 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 by 40 points (88/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A15 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A15 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A15 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A15 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A15 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A15 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.