Xiaomi 15 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $999 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 82/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,182,664 vs 3,030,376); the Xiaomi 17T Pro is noticeably lighter (205g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
Xiaomi 17T Pro
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Better camera (87/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3182664 vs 3030376
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 3050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 10200
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 205g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $999
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 92/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 80/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 15 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 3 points higher (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 80/100, Xiaomi 17T Pro — 76/100; 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 17T Pro and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (93/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (54/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3030376 | 3182664 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10200 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 159 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 225 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 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 17T Pro
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 15 Ultra and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17T Pro leads Xiaomi 15 Ultra by 4.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Xiaomi 17T Pro was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (93/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (87/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (54/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra edges out the Xiaomi 17T Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 85/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 15 Ultra over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
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 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.