Xiaomi 15 Ultra vs Xiaomi Civi 3
Compare Xiaomi 15 Ultra vs Xiaomi Civi 3 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite vs MediaTek Dimensity 8200-Ultra, 6000mAh vs 4500mAh battery, $1499 vs…
Xiaomi
15 Ultra
$1,499
8categories won
Xiaomi
Civi 3
$699
3categories won
2 categories tied · 13 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Xiaomi 15 Ultra takes the overall win
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra claims the overall win over the Xiaomi Civi 3, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the 15 Ultra leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the 15 Ultra. Choose the 15 Ultra if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Civi 3 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
15 Ultra wins on endurance with 6,000 mAh and 90W fast charging.
15 Ultra leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite and 16GB RAM.
15 Ultra wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 4.3x dedicated optical zoom.
Civi 3 wins on budget and value at $699 compared to $1499.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
15 Ultra vs Civi 3: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | 15 Ultra | Civi 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.73" | 6.55" |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3200Winner | 1080 x 2400 |
| Pixel density | 522 ppiWinner | 402 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 3200 nitsWinner | 1500 nits |
Performance
| Specification | 15 Ultra | Civi 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 8200-Ultra |
| Process node | 3 nm | — |
| AnTuTu score | 2,840,000Winner | 920,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 9940Winner | 3950 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GB | — |
| Maximum storage | 1TB | — |
Camera
| Specification | 15 Ultra | Civi 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | — |
| Rear cameras | 4 | — |
| Optical zoom | 4.3x | — |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | — |
| Selfie camera | 32 MP | 32 MP |
| Max video | 8K at 30fps, 4K at 120fps Dolby Vision | 4K@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | 15 Ultra | Civi 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 6,000 mAhWinner | 4,500 mAh |
| Wired charging | 90 WWinner | 67 W |
| Wireless charging | 80 WWinner | No |
Design
| Specification | 15 Ultra | Civi 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 226 g | 174 gWinner |
| Thickness | 9.4 mm | 7.6 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP53 |
| Build | Aerospace aluminum frame, eco-leather or ceramic-glass back | — |
Software and support
| Specification | 15 Ultra | Civi 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 15 | 13 (Upgradable to 14) |
| OS updates | 4 years | — |
| Security updates | 6 years | — |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | 15 Ultra | Civi 3 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $1,499 | $699Winner |
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
Equipped with a giant 1-inch Sony LYT-900 primary sensor, an audacious 200MP 4.3x periscope telephoto, a massive 6000 mAh silicon-carbon battery, and 90W fast charging, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is the ultimate optical zoom powerhouse.
- Display
- 6.73"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 6,000mAh
Xiaomi Civi 3
Xiaomi Civi 3 is crafted specifically for vloggers and fashion-forward creators, featuring dual 32MP front cameras with quadruple micro-LED soft lights, a 174g featherlight body, and flagship Sony IMX800 rear camera.
- Display
- 6.55"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Dimensity 8200-Ultra
- Battery
- 4,500mAh
- Software
- 13 (Upgradable to 14)