Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 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 64/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 1,746,199); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the stronger camera (159 vs 127); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 225g
- Better portability (78/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 1746199
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 21 points higher (85/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 — 38/100, Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 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 Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (92/100 vs 75/100). 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (80/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (78/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1746199 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2640x1080 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 127 | 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 | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.1×71.9×6.9 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2640x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 by 42.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
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 Flip5 (92/100 vs 75/100).
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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (87/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (80/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (78/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 by 21 points (85/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 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.