Xiaomi 15 Ultra
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📌 Basic Information
Xiaomi
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
12GB/512GB
February 2024
$999
$949
global
Design and Build
163.5 x 76.4 x 8.1 mm
200
Black, Silver, Ocean Blue
None
Ergonomic design with comfortable grip and balanced proportions
Display
CRT (Cathode Ray Tube)
6.7
3200x1440
524
120Hz
480
1200
2000
Gorilla Glass Victus 2 Pro
Performance
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
Octa-core (1x3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x1.8 GHz Cortex-A510)
Adreno 750
12GB LPDDR5
512GB UFS 3.1
12000000
1800
6000
2000000
Copper-infused Vapor Chamber Cooling
Excellent thermal management and rapid response for demanding tasks
FPS of Famous Games
90 @ High
60 @ Medium
60 @ Low
120 @ High
90 @ Medium
Camera System
Rear Cameras
50MP + 30MP + 12MP + 50MP
Sony IMX989 (main), Samsung GW3 (ultra-wide), Sony IMX787 (telephoto), Samsung JN1 (periscope telephoto)
f/1.6, f/2.2, f/2.4, f/2.8
Yes
Main Camera, Ultra-Wide, Telephoto, Periscope Zoom
24mm, 13mm, 50mm, 100mm
5x optical, 50x hybrid
60 FPS, 120 FPS (Slow Motion)
4
Yes
HDR Mode, Night Mode, AI Enhancement, 8K Video Recording, Phase Detection Auto Focus (PDAF), Portrait Mode, Super Night Mode
Front Camera
50MP
Sony IMX709
f/2.2
No
Under-Display
60 FPS
Yes
HDR Mode, AI Beauty Enhancement, Beauty Mode, Face Unlock
Battery and Charging
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
5000 mAh
Approx 30 min for fast charging
Fast charged via USB-C
Yes
120W
No
0W
Up to 600 hours
Adaptive Battery Optimization, Smart Power Saving Mode
All-day battery life with moderate use (e.g., 8-10 hours daily)
Software
Android 14
MIUI 15
None
Xiaomi Cloud, Calculator, Gallery, Mi Music
Yes
No official support
MIUI 14, MIUI 15
Automatic monthly updates
February 2024
April 2024
Connectivity
Dual SIM
Sub6 and mmWave 5G bands
Yes
GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou
USB-A
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Multimedia
Dolby Atmos
No
Yes
Hi-Res Audio, Adaptive Sound
Quad Microphones
AAC Recording, High-Res Audio Recording
Dolby Vision
2160p (4K), 4320p (8K)
Widevine L3, YouTube HDR
Biometrics and Security
Yes
Under Display (Optical)
Yes
3D Face Unlock (IR)
Secure Boot, Screen Lock
Secure Enclave, Titan M Security
Full Disk Encryption, Google Play Protect
Accessories
Phone Unit, Charging Adapter, USB Cable, SIM Ejector Tool
Wireless Charging Pad, External Cooling Fan, AirPods
Environmental Impact
Moderate
Biodegradable materials used
Market Data
Initial sales of 1M units in first week
4.5%
Available in Asia, Europe, Americas with slight spec differences
Review
Pros
Excellent camera quality, outstanding display technology, powerful performance for gaming and multitasking
Cons
Short battery life under heavy use, relatively expensive price for the variant, limited color options
Components Ratings
Overall Rating
8.8/10
Competitors
- Samsung Galaxy S24, iPhone 16 Pro, OnePlus 12
Full Written Review
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra sets a high benchmark with its vibrant AMOLED display and exceptional quad-camera system, ideal for photography enthusiasts. Performance-wise, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset ensures smooth operation even in demanding apps and high-end games. However, the battery life could be better, and while the OS updates are frequent, customization options are limited. Overall, it offers premium features at a competitive price but might not appeal to budget-conscious users.
