Vivo S21 Pro vs Xiaomi 15 Pro
The Vivo S21 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, while the Xiaomi 15 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 79/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Pro has the bigger battery (6100 mAh vs 5500); the Xiaomi 15 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (2,995,695 vs 2,348,248).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S21 Pro
Xiaomi 15 Pro
What makes Vivo S21 Pro better?
- Better camera (81/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2995695 vs 2348248
- Better Geekbench Single: 2798 vs 2249
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10104 vs 7352
- Bigger battery: 6100 vs 5500 mAh
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 83/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S21 Pro vs the Xiaomi 15 Pro, the Xiaomi 15 Pro scores 4 points higher (83/100 vs 79/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (80/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S21 Pro and the Xiaomi 15 Pro are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S21 Pro (80/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S21 Pro | Xiaomi 15 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2348248 | 2995695 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2249 | 2798 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7352 | 10104 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6100 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, OriginOS 5 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 161.3×75.3×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | — | 213 g | |
| Launch price | — | $771 |
Camera comparison
Vivo S21 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo S21 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo S21 Pro
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo S21 Pro and Xiaomi 15 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Pro leads Vivo S21 Pro by 21.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo S21 Pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo S21 Pro and the Xiaomi 15 Pro are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S21 Pro (80/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S21 Pro or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro edges out the Vivo S21 Pro by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo S21 Pro and the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Vivo S21 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Xiaomi 15 Pro — 83/100.
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S21 Pro or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S21 Pro over the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Vivo S21 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 15 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.