Xiaomi 15 Ultra vs Xiaomi MIX Fold 5
Compare Xiaomi 15 Ultra vs Xiaomi MIX Fold 5 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 6000mAh vs…
Xiaomi
15 Ultra
$1,499
8categories won
Xiaomi
MIX Fold 5
$1,699
10categories won
4 categories tied · 22 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Xiaomi MIX Fold 5 takes the overall win
The Xiaomi MIX Fold 5 proves superior overall against the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, outperforming on gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the 15 Ultra takes the lead, while the MIX Fold 5 is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the MIX Fold 5 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the 15 Ultra if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
15 Ultra wins on endurance with 6,000 mAh and 90W fast charging.
MIX Fold 5 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 and 24GB RAM.
MIX Fold 5 takes photography with 50MP optics and 5x optical telephoto capabilities.
15 Ultra provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $1499 vs $1699.
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 MIX Fold 5: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | 15 Ultra | MIX Fold 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.73" | 7.98" |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3200 | 2224 x 2488Winner |
| Pixel density | 522 ppiWinner | 418 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 3200 nitsWinner | 3000 nits |
Performance
| Specification | 15 Ultra | MIX Fold 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 |
| Process node | 3 nm | 2 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 2,840,000 | 3,200,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 9940 | 10800Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GB | 24 GBWinner |
| Maximum storage | 1TB | 1TB |
Camera
| Specification | 15 Ultra | MIX Fold 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 4Winner | 3 |
| Optical zoom | 4.3x | 5xWinner |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Selfie camera | 32 MPWinner | 20 MP |
| Max video | 8K at 30fps, 4K at 120fps Dolby Vision | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | 15 Ultra | MIX Fold 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 6,000 mAhWinner | 5,400 mAh |
| Wired charging | 90 WWinner | 67 W |
| Wireless charging | 80 WWinner | 50 W |
Design
| Specification | 15 Ultra | MIX Fold 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 226 g | 216 gWinner |
| Thickness | 9.4 mm | 4.5 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Build | Aerospace aluminum frame, eco-leather or ceramic-glass back | Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back |
Software and support
| Specification | 15 Ultra | MIX Fold 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 15 | Android 17 |
| OS updates | 4 years | 7 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 6 years | 7 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | 15 Ultra | MIX Fold 5 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $1,499Winner | $1,699 |
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 MIX Fold 5
Pushing foldable engineering to the razor edge, the MIX Fold 5 measures just 4.5mm thin unfolded (8.9mm folded) while housing a 5,400 mAh battery, full IPX8 water immersion rating, and Leica Summilux periscope optics.
- Display
- 7.98"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,400mAh