Xiaomi 11i vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Xiaomi 11i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G, 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 54/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 750,481); the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi 11i doesn't; the Xiaomi 11i is noticeably lighter (207g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 11i
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Xiaomi 11i better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 207g vs 225g
- Better portability (52/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 750481
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 936
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 2318
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 11i vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 31 points higher (85/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (92/100 vs 51/100). 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 Xiaomi 11i (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (80/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 11i notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (52/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 11i | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 750481 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 936 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2318 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, MIUI 12.5 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 11i
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 11i
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 11i
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
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 Xiaomi 11i and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Xiaomi 11i by 75.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Xiaomi 11i
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (92/100 vs 51/100).
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 Xiaomi 11i (87/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (80/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 11i notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (52/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 11i or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i by 31 points (85/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 11i and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 11i has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 11i or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 11i or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 11i over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
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.