Xiaomi 14 Ultra vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 79/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5300); the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 2,354,148); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the stronger camera (159 vs 149).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 14 Ultra
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Xiaomi 14 Ultra better?
- Lighter: 224g vs 225g
- Better portability (32/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 2354148
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2250
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 7200
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5300 mAh
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 80/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 77/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 14 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 6 points higher (85/100 vs 79/100). Value score: Xiaomi 14 Ultra — 68/100, 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 is a bit better (92/100 vs 83/100). 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 80/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Xiaomi 14 Ultra are nearly equal (80/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (32/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 14 Ultra | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2354148 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2250 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7200 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5300 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 149 | 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 / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 / HyperOS | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×75.3×9.2 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 224 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 14 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 14 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 14 Ultra
- 5300 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 14 Ultra and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Xiaomi 14 Ultra by 22.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 83/100).
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 80/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Xiaomi 14 Ultra are nearly equal (80/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (32/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 14 Ultra or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra edges out the Xiaomi 14 Ultra by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 14 Ultra and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 14 Ultra or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 80/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 14 Ultra or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 14 Ultra over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life. 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.