Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Xiaomi 15 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 15 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $229 and $771. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 66/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Pro has the bigger battery (6100 mAh vs 3900); the Xiaomi 15 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,001,049 vs 1,660,456); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 213g).
Samsung Galaxy S23
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- Lighter: 168g vs 213g
- Cheaper: $229 vs $771
- Better portability (83/100 vs 46/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3001049 vs 1660456
- Better Geekbench Single: 2798 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10104 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6100 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 82/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 vs the Xiaomi 15 Pro, the Xiaomi 15 Pro scores 17 points higher (83/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (80/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (80/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Pro (83/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 | Xiaomi 15 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1660456 | 3001049 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 2798 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 10104 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 6100 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | 161.3×75.3×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 213 g | |
| Price | $229 | $771 |
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 and Xiaomi 15 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 44.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $542. Samsung Galaxy S23 is cheaper by $542.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (91/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (80/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Pro (83/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S23 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Xiaomi 15 Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro leads on camera score (78/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 over the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 15 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.