Samsung Galaxy A23 vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A23 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $219 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 38/100 (a 47-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 421,228); the Samsung Galaxy A23 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 225g).
Samsung Galaxy A23
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Lighter: 195g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $999
- Better portability (57/100 vs 29/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 421228
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 1410
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 54/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A23 vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 47 points higher (85/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A23 — 36/100, 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 A23 (92/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (90/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (80/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A23 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (57/100 vs 29/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A23 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 421228 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1410 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2408x1080 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.5×76.9×8.4 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $219 | $999 |
Samsung Galaxy A23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A23
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A23
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- 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 Samsung Galaxy A23 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A23 by 86.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $780. Samsung Galaxy A23 was $780 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (92/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (90/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (87/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (80/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A23 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (57/100 vs 29/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A23 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 by 47 points (85/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A23 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A23 has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A23 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A23 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A23 over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A23 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.