Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Xiaomi 15S Pro

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 15S Pro (2025) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O1; estimated prices are $1299 and $760. Both devices score the same overall rating of 84/100. Key differences: the Xiaomi 15S 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 (3,515,964 vs 2,998,904).

Both devices scored the same rating of 84/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Performance 96
Display 88
Camera 86
Battery 61
Portability 51
Value for money 76
Xiaomi 15S Pro
Performance 89
Display 90
Camera 78
Battery 77
Portability
Value for money 80
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 2998904
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 2746
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 8431
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 89/100)
  • Better camera (86/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15S Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 6100 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
  • Cheaper: $760 vs $1299

  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 61/100)
  • Better display (90/100 vs 88/100)
  • Better value for money (80/100 vs 76/100)
Comparison verdict

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Xiaomi 15S Pro received the same MobileRank rating — 84/100. In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro leads (77/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15S 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 15S Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (77/100 vs 61/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (80/100 vs 76/100).

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi 15S Pro: The Xiaomi 15S Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Xiaomi 15S Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Xiaomi XRING O1
AnTuTu 3515964 2998904
Geekbench Single 3601 2746
Geekbench Multi 10686 8431
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
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 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm
Weight 214 g
Price $1299 $760
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 12MP
86
camera
Xiaomi 15S Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
  • 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
88
display
Xiaomi 15S Pro
  • 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
  • Wired: 60W
  • Wireless: 25W
61
battery
Xiaomi 15S Pro
  • 6100 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless charging: no data
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Xiaomi 15S Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
84/100
3515964 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 15S Pro Xiaomi XRING O1
84/100 -17.2%
2998904 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Xiaomi 15S Pro by 17.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
$1299
Xiaomi 15S Pro
$760

Price difference: $539. Xiaomi 15S Pro is cheaper by $539.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 89/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15S 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 15S Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (77/100 vs 61/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (80/100 vs 76/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Xiaomi 15S Pro?

Both devices scored 84/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Xiaomi 15S Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Xiaomi 15S Pro — 84/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Xiaomi 15S 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 15S Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 89/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Xiaomi 15S Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 15S Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.