Quick Verdict
- Choose Xiaomi 17 Ultra if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Xiaomi 17 Ultra if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Xiaomi 15 if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Xiaomi 17 Ultra if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Xiaomi 15
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Performance
96.5
100.0 ★
Camera
86.0
86.0
Battery
92.0
100.0 ★
Gaming
96.5
98.5 ★
Overall
93.5
96.4 ★
Value for Money
Best Value ★
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Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
100.0/100
Battery Winner
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
100.0/100
Gaming Winner
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
98.5/100
Overall Winner
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
96.4/100
Best Value
Xiaomi 15
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Xiaomi 17 Ultra
📷 Camera
Tie
🔋 Battery
🏆 Xiaomi 17 Ultra
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Xiaomi 17 Ultra
💰 Value
🏆 Xiaomi 15
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.40"
6.90"
Display Type
LTPO AMOLED Capacitive Touchscreen, 68B Colors
LTPO AMOLED Capacitive Touchscreen, 68B Colors
Resolution
1200x2670
1200x2608
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
GPU
Adreno 830
Adreno 840
RAM
12 GB
16 GB
Storage
512 GB
512 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
Triple Camera: 50 MP, f/1.6, 23mm (wide), 1/1.31", dual pixel PDAF, OIS + 50 MP, f/2.0, 60mm (telephoto), 1/2.76", PDAF (10cm - ∞), OIS, 3x optical zoom + 50 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, (ultrawide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, dual-LED dual-tone flash
Triple Camera: 50 MP, f/1.7, 23mm (wide), 1.0"-type, dual pixel PDAF, OIS + 200 MP, f/2.4-3.0, 75-100mm (periscope telephoto), 1/1.4", multi-directional PDAF, OIS, 3.2-4.3x continuous optical zoom, zoom ring + 50 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 115˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.76"
Selfie Camera
32 MP, f/2.0, 21mm (wide), HDR, panorama, Video (4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, HDR10+, gyro-EIS)
50 MP, f/2.2, 21mm (wide), 1/2.88", HDR, panorama, Video (4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS)
Video Recording
8K@24/30fps (HDR
8K@30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240/480/960/1920fps, gyro-EIS, Dolby Vision HDR 10-bit rec. (4K@60fps, 1080p
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
5240 mAh
6800 mAh
Charging
90W wired, PD3.0, QC3+, 50W wireless, 10W reverse wireless
90W wired, 90W PPS, PD3.0, QC3+, 50W wireless, 22.5W reverse wired, 10W reverse wireless
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, dual-band or tri-ban
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, dual-band or tri-ban
Bluetooth
5.4/6.0, A2DP, LE, a
5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 3.2 Gen2, Display Port, OTG
USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
N/A
162.9 x 77.6 x 8.3 mm
Weight
189g
218g
Build Material
Glass front (Xiaomi Shield Glass), aluminum frame
Xiaomi Shield Glass 3.0
Colors
Black, White, Liquid Silver, Green, Lilac
Black, White, Starlit Green
💻 Software
Operating System
Android 15
Android 16
Our Verdict
Xiaomi 17 Ultra is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 96.4/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Battery, Gaming. Xiaomi 15 puts up a strong fight with a score of 93.5/100. However, Xiaomi 15 offers better value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Xiaomi 15
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- All-day battery life
- Great for gaming
- 90W fast charging
Cons
- Premium pricing
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- All-day battery life
- Great for gaming
- 90W fast charging
Cons
- Premium pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Xiaomi 15 or Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
Xiaomi 17 Ultra is the overall winner with a score of 96.4/100, winning in 3 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Xiaomi 15 or Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
Both phones have identical camera scores.
Which has better battery life?
Xiaomi 17 Ultra has better battery with a score of 100.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Xiaomi 17 Ultra is better for gaming with a score of 98.5/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Xiaomi 15 offers better value at PKR 269,999 with a value score of 1.6.
What is the price difference between Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
Xiaomi 15 costs PKR 269,999 while Xiaomi 17 Ultra costs PKR 479,999. The price difference is PKR 210,000.
