Xiaomi’s new flagship phone Xiaomi 15 Ultra was launched on February 27, 2025. The phone comes with a 6.73 inches LTPO AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and it supports HDR 10+ and HDR vivid which provides a colorful, immersive viewing experience and it comes with 1440 x 3200 pixels of resolution with 3200 nits peaks brightness.
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra comes with powerful Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite which is built on a 3-nanometer process. It is powered by octa-core (2×4.32 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L + 6×3.53 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M). It features an Adreno 830 GPU, ensuring smooth performance for heavy gaming. The phone has two RAM options: 12GB and 16GB and it has multiple internal storage options: 256GB, 512GB and 1TB.
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra comes with Leica-engineered quad-camera setup: a 50MP wide (f/1.6, OIS, Dual Pixel PDAF), a 50MP telephoto (f/1.8, 3x optical zoom, OIS, Dual Pixel PDAF), a 200MP periscope telephoto (f/2.6, 4.3x optical zoom, OIS, multi-directional PDAF), and a 50MP ultrawide (f/2.2, Dual Pixel PDAF). A TOF 3D depth sensor and a 32MP front camera complete the setup. This insane camera setup gives you DSLR-like image capturing experience.
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra runs on HyperOS 2, based on Android 15. It supports Dual SIM functionality, offering Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM, eSIM + eSIM, or Nano-SIM + eSIM combinations. The phone comes with connectivity features like Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 6.0, GPS, USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, and NFC.
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra comes with sensors which includes accelerometer, gyroscope, proximity sensor, compass, IR Blaster and an an ultrasonic under-display fingerprint sensor. It also features “Circle to Search,” enabling instant Google searches of anything visible on the display. It has an IP68 rating that means it is dust-tight and water-resistant (immersible up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes)
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra comes with two variant in high-capacity Si/C Li-Ion battery. It has a 5410mAh option for global markets and a larger 6000mAh battery for the Chinese market. It supports 90W extremely fast wired charging , also it supports 80W fast wireless charging, and 10W reverse wireless charging.
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra comes with 3D Dual-Channel Ice Loop cooling system, with a clever wing design and 5100mm² of cooling surface which keeps the device 13% cooler. Even when you are playing heavy games that provides you no frame drops and better gaming expereince.
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Exceptional Leica-engineered quad-camera system.
- Blazing-fast Snapdragon 8 Elite performance.
- Stunning 120Hz LTPO AMOLED display with 3200 nits peak brightness.
- Fast 90W wired and 80W wireless charging.
- Useful Circle to Search feature.
Cons:
- Regional battery capacity variations (6000mAh in China, 5410mAh globally).
- High price point.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra – Full Specification
General
| Brand | Xiaomi |
| Model | 15 |
| Price in India | ₹1,09,999 |
| Price | £ 1,271.90, $1,250 |
| Launch Date | 27 February 2025 |
| Form Factor | Touchscreen |
| Dimensions | 161.3 x 75.3 x 9.4 mm |
| Weight | 229 g |
| IP Rating | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Build | Glass front, glass-fiber back or silicone polymer back (eco leather), aluminum frame |
| Protection | Xiaomi Shield Glass 2.0 |
| Colors | Black, White, Silver Chrome, Green |
Display
| Type | 120Hz, LTPO AMOLED, 68B colors ,Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR Vivid, |
| Screen Size | 6.73 inches |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3200 pixels |
| Brightness | 3200 nits (peak) |
Hardware
| Processor | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2×4.32 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L + 6×3.53 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M) |
| GPU | Adreno 830 |
| RAM | 12GB, 16GB |
| Internal Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB UFS 4.1 |
| Expandable Storage | No card slot |
Camera
| No of Rear Cameras | Quad |
| Rear Camera | 50 MP, f/1.6, 23mm (wide), Dual pixel PDAF, OIS + 50 MP, f/1.8, 70mm (telephoto), dual pixel PDAF (10cm – ∞), OIS, 3x optical zoom + 200 MP, f/2.6, 100mm (periscope telephoto), multi-directional PDAF, OIS, 4.3x optical zoom + 50 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 115˚ (ultrawide), dual pixel PDAF TOF 3D, (depth) |
| Front Camera | 32 MP, f/2.0, 21mm (wide) |
| Features | Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, Leica lenses, Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama, 67mm filter ring holder (optional) |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240/480/960/1920fps, gyro-EIS |
| Front Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
| Front Features | HDR, panorama |
Software
| Operating System | Android 15 |
| Skin | Hyper OS 2 |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, dual-band or tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, LHDC 5 |
| GPS | GPS (L1+L5), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5), GLONASS |
| USB Type-C | Yes, V3.2 Gen 2 |
| NFC | Yes |
| SIM | Dual Nano-SIM or Dual eSIM Nano Sim + eSim (max 2 at a time) |
Sensors
| Fingerprint | Yes, (under display, ultrasonic) |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Gyroscope | Yes |
| Proximity | Yes |
| Compass | Yes |
| Barometer | Yes |
Battery
| Battery Type | Si/C Li-Ion 5410 mAh – Global Si/C Li-Ion 6000 mAh – China |
| Charging | 90W wired |
| Wireless Charging | 80W |
| Reverse Wireless | 10W |
Is the Xiaomi 15 Ultra for You?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra delivers a truly premium Android experience, highlighted by its exceptional Leica-engineered camera system and top-tier performance. However, its premium price point and lack of expandable storage might deter some users. This phone is ideal for photography enthusiasts and those who demand cutting-edge performance and features. Users seeking a more budget-friendly option or those needing expandable storage might want to explore alternatives.
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