Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Xiaomi 15 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 15 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1299 and $771. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 83/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Pro has the bigger battery (6100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 2,995,695).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Xiaomi 15 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 2995695
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 2798
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 10104
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 213g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $771 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 88/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 15 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 1 points higher (84/100 vs 83/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (80/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, Xiaomi 15 Pro — 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, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (86/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (80/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Xiaomi 15 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 2995695 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 2798 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 10104 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6100 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 161.3×75.3×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $771 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Xiaomi 15 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Xiaomi 15 Pro by 15.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $528. Xiaomi 15 Pro was $528 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (86/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (80/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra edges out the Xiaomi 15 Pro by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Xiaomi 15 Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 15 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.