Xiaomi 15 vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Xiaomi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $635 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 82/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5240); the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 2,914,100); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the stronger camera (159 vs 147); the Xiaomi 15 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 15
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Xiaomi 15 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3092 vs 3050
- Lighter: 191g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $635 vs $999
- Better portability (60/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 2914100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 9147
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5240 mAh
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 15 vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 3 points higher (85/100 vs 82/100). Value score: Xiaomi 15 — 78/100, 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 and the Xiaomi 15 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (87/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Xiaomi 15 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (60/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 15 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2914100 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3092 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9147 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2670x1200 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5240 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | 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 15 / HyperOS 2 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.3×71.2×8.4 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $635 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 15
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2670x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 15
- 5240 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:20 hrs, total 31:54 hrs
- 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 15 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Xiaomi 15 by 3.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $364. Xiaomi 15 was $364 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Xiaomi 15 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (87/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Xiaomi 15 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (60/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 15 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra edges out the Xiaomi 15 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 15 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 15 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 15 over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. 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.