Xiaomi 15 vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Xiaomi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $635 and $899. Both devices score the same overall rating of 82/100. Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5240); the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,182,664 vs 2,914,100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 15
Xiaomi 17T Pro
What makes Xiaomi 15 better?
- Lighter: 191g vs 205g
- Cheaper at launch: $635 vs $899
- Better camera (78/100 vs 63/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3182664 vs 2914100
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 3092
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9147
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5240 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 91/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
The Xiaomi 15 and the Xiaomi 17T Pro received the same MobileRank rating — 82/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 leads (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 77/100). Value score: Xiaomi 15 — 78/100, 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 are nearly equal (93/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 is a bit better (60/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 15 | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2914100 | 3182664 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3092 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9147 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2670x1200 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5240 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 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 | 152.3×71.2×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 191 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $635 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 15
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2670x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 15
- 5240 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:20 hrs, total 31:54 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 and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17T Pro leads Xiaomi 15 by 8.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $264. Xiaomi 15 was $264 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the Xiaomi 15 are nearly equal (93/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (78/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 is a bit better (60/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 15 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
Both devices scored 82/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Xiaomi 17T Pro (93/100 vs 91/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 15 and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 15 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 15 over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, 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.