Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $999. Both devices score the same overall rating of 89/100. Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (7400 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,602,290 vs 3,600,724).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4602290 vs 3600724
- Bigger battery: 7400 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $999
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 97/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 80/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 89/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Lighter: 226g vs 227g
- Better camera (93/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (40/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra received the same MobileRank rating — 89/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 80/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 92/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100; 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 Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (99/100 vs 97/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (93/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 4602290 | 3600724 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7400 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 8000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.7 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 7400 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads Xiaomi 17 Ultra by 27.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (99/100 vs 97/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (93/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
Both devices scored 89/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (99/100 vs 97/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.