Xiaomi 15T vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Xiaomi 15T (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $449 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 69/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5500); the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,182,664 vs 1,915,524).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 15T
Xiaomi 17T Pro
What makes Xiaomi 15T better?
- Lighter: 194g vs 205g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $899
- Better portability (67/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3182664 vs 1915524
- Better Geekbench Single: 3352 vs 1579
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10402 vs 6100
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 59/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 59/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 15T vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 13 points higher (82/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (93/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 59/100). Value score: Xiaomi 15T — 62/100, 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 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (93/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the Xiaomi 15T are nearly equal (63/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (87/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15T is a bit better (67/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 15T | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1915524 | 3182664 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1579 | 3352 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6100 | 10402 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.2×78.0×7.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 194 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 15T
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 15T
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 15T
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
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 15T and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17T Pro leads Xiaomi 15T by 39.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $450. Xiaomi 15T was $450 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (93/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the Xiaomi 15T are nearly equal (63/100 vs 59/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (87/100 vs 59/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15T is a bit better (67/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 15T or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 15T — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 15T and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 15T has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 15T or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 15T over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 15T is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.