Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 71/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,219,688 vs 3,030,376); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25+
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3219688 vs 3030376
- Lighter: 190g vs 225g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 9700
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 14 points higher (85/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 52/100, Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 80/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 92/100. In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S25+ are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (80/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (72/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25+ | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3219688 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25+ and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads Xiaomi 15 Ultra by 6.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 92/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S25+ are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (80/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (72/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S25+ — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25+ over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. 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.