Xiaomi 15T Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Xiaomi 15T Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $650 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 83/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5500); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,600,724 vs 2,583,659); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the stronger camera (166 vs 149); the Xiaomi 15T Pro is noticeably lighter (210g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 15T Pro
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Xiaomi 15T Pro better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 210g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $999
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (53/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3600724 vs 2583659
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2729
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 8430
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5500 mAh
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 87/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 80/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 15T Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 6 points higher (89/100 vs 83/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 87/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 80/100). Value score: Xiaomi 15T Pro — 80/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100; 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 17 Ultra is a bit better (97/100 vs 87/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (93/100 vs 80/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Xiaomi 15T Pro are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15T Pro is a bit better (53/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 15T Pro | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2583659 | 3600724 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 149 | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, upgradable to Android 16, HyperOS 3 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.7×77.9×8.0 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $650 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 15T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 15T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 15T Pro
- 5500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:09 hrs, total 27:31 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 15T Pro and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Xiaomi 15T Pro by 28.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $349. Xiaomi 15T Pro was $349 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (97/100 vs 87/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (93/100 vs 80/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Xiaomi 15T Pro are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15T Pro is a bit better (53/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 15T Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra edges out the Xiaomi 15T Pro by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 15T Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15T Pro has a MobileRank rating of 83/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 15T Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 80/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 15T Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 87/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 15T Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.