Xiaomi 13 Ultra vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Xiaomi 13 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $900 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 74/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 1,796,720); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the stronger camera (159 vs 140).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 13 Ultra
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Xiaomi 13 Ultra better?
- Cheaper at launch: $900 vs $999
- Better portability (31/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 1796720
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 225g vs 227g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 73/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 13 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 11 points higher (85/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 73/100). Value score: Xiaomi 13 Ultra — 60/100, 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 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Ultra (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 90/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (87/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 73/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (31/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 13 Ultra | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1796720 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.2×74.6×9.1 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $900 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 13 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 13 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 13 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
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 13 Ultra and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Xiaomi 13 Ultra by 40.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $99. Xiaomi 13 Ultra was $99 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Ultra (92/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 90/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (87/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 73/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (31/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 13 Ultra or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 13 Ultra — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 13 Ultra and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 13 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 13 Ultra or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 73/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 13 Ultra or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 13 Ultra over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 13 Ultra is a better fit for active users. 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.