Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Xiaomi 15
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1299 and $635. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 82/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 has the bigger battery (5240 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 2,914,100); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the stronger camera (157 vs 147); the Xiaomi 15 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Xiaomi 15
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 2914100
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 3092
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 9147
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 78/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 better?
- Bigger battery: 5240 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 191g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $635 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 61/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 15, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 2 points higher (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 leads (77/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Xiaomi 15 are nearly equal (88/100 vs 85/100). 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (77/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 is a bit better (60/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Xiaomi 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 2914100 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 3092 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 9147 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2670x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5240 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | 147 | |
| 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 | 152.3×71.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $635 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- 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
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2670x1200
- 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
- 5240 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:20 hrs, total 31:54 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Xiaomi 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Xiaomi 15 by 18.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $664. Xiaomi 15 was $664 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Xiaomi 15 are nearly equal (88/100 vs 85/100).
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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (77/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 is a bit better (60/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Xiaomi 15?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra edges out the Xiaomi 15 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Xiaomi 15?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Xiaomi 15 — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Xiaomi 15?
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?
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?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.