Vivo S50 Pro mini vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Vivo S50 Pro mini (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $485 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 79/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo S50 Pro mini has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 6000); the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 2,974,201); the Vivo S50 Pro mini is noticeably lighter (191g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S50 Pro mini
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Vivo S50 Pro mini better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 6000 mAh
- Lighter: 191g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $485 vs $999
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 2974201
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 9119
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S50 Pro mini vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 6 points higher (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Vivo S50 Pro mini — 80/100, 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 and the Vivo S50 Pro mini are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo S50 Pro mini (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (64/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S50 Pro mini | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2974201 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.8×71.8×8.0 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $485 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
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 Vivo S50 Pro mini and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Vivo S50 Pro mini by 1.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $514. Vivo S50 Pro mini was $514 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Vivo S50 Pro mini are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo S50 Pro mini (87/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (64/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S50 Pro mini or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra edges out the Vivo S50 Pro mini by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo S50 Pro mini and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S50 Pro mini or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S50 Pro mini over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. 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.