Xiaomi 15T vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Xiaomi 15T (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $449 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 69/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 1,915,524); the Xiaomi 15T is noticeably lighter (194g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 15T
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Xiaomi 15T better?
- Lighter: 194g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $986
- Better display (83/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 1915524
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1579
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 6100
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 59/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 15T vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 23 points higher (92/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 59/100). Value score: Xiaomi 15T — 62/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 96/100; 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 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (100/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15T and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (100/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (92/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15T significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (67/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 15T | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1915524 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1579 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6100 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.2×78.0×7.5 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 194 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 15T
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 15T
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 15T
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 15T and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 15T by 61.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $537. Xiaomi 15T was $537 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (100/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15T and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (100/100 vs 59/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (92/100 vs 59/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15T significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (67/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 15T or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15T by 23 points (92/100 vs 69/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 15T and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 15T has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 15T or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 59/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 15T or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 15T over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 15T is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.