Xiaomi 16 vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G
Compare Xiaomi 16 vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, 50MP vs 50MP camera…
Xiaomi
16
$849
9categories won
Xiaomi
Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G
$369
3categories won
4 categories tied · 16 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Xiaomi 16 takes the overall win
The Xiaomi 16 claims the overall win over the Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G, delivering a stronger technical package across measurable key specifications. In camera testing, the 16 leads with sharper imaging, while battery life remains closely matched. Choose the 16 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Both phones deliver comparable battery performance with 5,600 mAh.
Both handsets deliver top-tier speed with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 and smooth everyday multitasking.
16 wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 2.6x dedicated optical zoom.
Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G wins on budget and value at $369 compared to $849.
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.
16 vs Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | 16 | Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.36" | 6.67" |
| Resolution | 1200 x 2670 | 1220 x 2712Winner |
| Pixel density | 460 ppiWinner | 446 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 3500 nitsWinner | 3000 nits |
Performance
| Specification | 16 | Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 |
| Process node | — | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | — | 2,400,000 |
| Geekbench multi | — | 8900 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Maximum storage | 1TBWinner | 512GB |
Camera
| Specification | 16 | Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Optical zoom | 2.6x | — |
| Ultrawide | 50 MPWinner | 12 MP |
| Selfie camera | 32 MPWinner | 16 MP |
Battery and charging
| Specification | 16 | Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,600 mAh | 6,200 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 90 WWinner | 45 W |
| Wireless charging | 50 WWinner | 15 W |
Design
| Specification | 16 | Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 184 gWinner | 204 g |
| Thickness | 7.8 mmWinner | 8.6 mm |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Build | — | Curved glass back, high-strength composite frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front |
Software and support
| Specification | 16 | Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 17 | Android 15 |
| OS updates | — | 3 years |
| Security updates | — | 3 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | 16 | Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $849 | $369Winner |
Xiaomi 16
The Xiaomi 16 represents the gold standard for one-handed flagship smartphones, packing a 5,600 mAh silicon-carbon cell, 90W wired and 50W wireless charging, and triple 50MP Leica cameras into a pocket-friendly 7.8mm chassis.
- Display
- 6.36"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,600mAh
Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G
Xiaomi solidifies its mid-range empire with the Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus 5G, boasting a 6,200 mAh silicon-carbon cell, 200MP camera with 4x lossless crop, and flagship IP68 submersion proofing for under $370.
- Display
- 6.67"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 6,200mAh