Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, 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 47/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 1,119,714); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 225g).

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 by 38 points (85/100 vs 47/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
Performance 63
Display 82
Camera 16
Battery 19
Portability 76
Value for money 6
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
Performance 92
Display 90
Camera 87
Battery 80
Portability 29
Value for money 82
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 better?
  • Lighter: 183g vs 225g

  • Better portability (76/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 1119714
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1488
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 3373
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3300 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 10W

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 63/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 16/100)
  • Longer battery life (80/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better display (90/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 38 points higher (85/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 — 6/100, Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 82/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (92/100 vs 63/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (87/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (80/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (76/100 vs 29/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is a better fit for active users.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra: 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.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 Xiaomi 15 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 1119714 3030376
Geekbench Single 1488 3050
Geekbench Multi 3373 10200
Display 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2640x1080 3200x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3300 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 15W 90W
Wireless charging 10W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 159
Main camera 12 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 10 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 11 Android 15 / HyperOS 2
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm
Weight 183 g 225 g
Launch price $999 $999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
  • Main: 12MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
16
camera
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.63
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
87
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2640x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
  • 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
  • 3300 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • Wireless: 10W
19
battery
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
  • 6000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
80
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
47/100
1119714 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 15 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
85/100 +63.1%
3030376 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 by 63.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
$999
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
$999

Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (92/100 vs 63/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (87/100 vs 16/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (80/100 vs 19/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (76/100 vs 29/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 by 38 points (85/100 vs 47/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 16/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 63/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is a better fit for active 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.