Vivo S15e vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

The Vivo S15e (2022) runs on the Exynos 1080, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 47/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 4700); the Vivo S15e is noticeably lighter (190g vs 224g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo S15e by 40 points (87/100 vs 47/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Vivo S15e

Performance —
Display 69
Camera 35
Battery 47
Portability 49
Value for money —

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

Performance 98
Display 81
Camera 87
Battery 83
Portability 42
Value for money 88

What makes Vivo S15e better?

  • Lighter: 190g vs 224g

  • Better portability (49/100 vs 42/100)

What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?

  • Bigger battery: 6800 vs 4700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 66W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Better camera (87/100 vs 35/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 47/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 69/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo S15e vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 40 points higher (87/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a bit better (81/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo S15e (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo S15e (83/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S15e is a bit better (49/100 vs 42/100).

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China): The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Vivo S15e Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
Processor Exynos 1080 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu — 3950082
Geekbench Single — 3639
Geekbench Multi — 11047
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2404 1200x2608
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 6800 mAh
Charging 66W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 200 MP
Front camera 16 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 11, Origin OS Ocean Android 16
NFC yes yes
Protection — IP68/IP69
Dimensions 159.7×73.6×10.3 mm 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 190 g 224 g
Launch price — $892

Camera comparison

Vivo S15e

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
35
camera

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera

Display comparison

Vivo S15e

  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2404
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
69
display

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2608
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display

Battery and charging

Vivo S15e

  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
47
battery

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • 6800 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Vivo S15e

Price unknown

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

$892

Detailed category analysis

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a bit better (81/100 vs 69/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo S15e (87/100 vs 35/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo S15e (83/100 vs 47/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo S15e is a bit better (49/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Vivo S15e or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo S15e by 40 points (87/100 vs 47/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo S15e and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Vivo S15e has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo S15e or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 35/100).

Should you choose the Vivo S15e over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.