Samsung Galaxy S25 vs Xiaomi 15
The Samsung Galaxy S25 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $635. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 leads — 82/100 vs 65/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 has the bigger battery (5240 mAh vs 4000); the Xiaomi 15 is faster in AnTuTu (2,914,100 vs 2,583,039); the Samsung Galaxy S25 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 191g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25
Xiaomi 15
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 better?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9600 vs 9147
- Lighter: 162g vs 191g
- Better portability (89/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2914100 vs 2583039
- Better Geekbench Single: 3092 vs 3050
- Bigger battery: 5240 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $635 vs $799
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 vs the Xiaomi 15, the Xiaomi 15 scores 17 points higher (82/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 leads (77/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 — 44/100, Xiaomi 15 — 78/100; 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, the Xiaomi 15 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 (77/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 (89/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 | Xiaomi 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2583039 | 2914100 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 3092 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9600 | 9147 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2670x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5240 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 147 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 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 | 152.3×71.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $635 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2670x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 15
- 5240 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:20 hrs, total 31:54 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 and Xiaomi 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 leads Samsung Galaxy S25 by 11.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $164. Xiaomi 15 was $164 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 (77/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 (89/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 or the Xiaomi 15?
The Xiaomi 15 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S25 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 and the Xiaomi 15?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 15 — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 or the Xiaomi 15?
The Xiaomi 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 over the Xiaomi 15?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.