Xiaomi 15 Ultra vs Xiaomi 15T
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 15T (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra; launch prices were $999 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 69/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5500); the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 1,915,524); the Xiaomi 15T is noticeably lighter (194g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
Xiaomi 15T
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 1915524
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1579
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 6100
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 59/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 59/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 83/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15T better?
- Lighter: 194g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $999
- Better portability (67/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 15 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 15T, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 16 points higher (85/100 vs 69/100). 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 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 59/100). Value score: Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 80/100, Xiaomi 15T — 62/100; 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 15T (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (87/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (80/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15T significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (67/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | Xiaomi 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 3030376 | 1915524 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 1579 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10200 | 6100 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 159 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | 163.2×78.0×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 194 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $449 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 15T
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15T
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 15T
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 15 Ultra and Xiaomi 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Xiaomi 15T by 58.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $550. Xiaomi 15T was $550 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (92/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (87/100 vs 59/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (80/100 vs 59/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15T significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (67/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra or the Xiaomi 15T?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 15T — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Xiaomi 15T?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 85/100, the Xiaomi 15T — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra or the Xiaomi 15T?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 59/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra or the Xiaomi 15T?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 15 Ultra over the Xiaomi 15T?
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. The Xiaomi 15T is a better fit for active users.