Vivo S18e vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Vivo S18e (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 53/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4800); the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 971,424); the Vivo S18e is noticeably lighter (193g vs 225g).
Vivo S18e
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Lighter: 193g vs 225g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 29/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 971424
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1167
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 2577
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 79/100)
Comparing the Vivo S18e vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 32 points higher (85/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (92/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S18e significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (66/100 vs 29/100).
| Specification | Vivo S18e | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 971424 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1167 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2577 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, OriginOS 4 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×74.9×7.7 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 225 g | |
| Price | — | $999 |
Vivo S18e
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo S18e
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo S18e
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Vivo S18e and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Vivo S18e by 67.9% in our overall performance rating.
Vivo S18e
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (92/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (87/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (80/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S18e significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (66/100 vs 29/100).
Which is better: the Vivo S18e or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e by 32 points (85/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo S18e and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Vivo S18e has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S18e or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S18e or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S18e over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Vivo S18e is a better fit for everyday use. 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.