Xiaomi has officially launched the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and Xiaomi 15 in global markets ahead of MWC 2025 in Barcelona. The flagship 15 Ultra, which first debuted in China on February 27, brings Leica-tuned quad cameras, a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, and an ultra-premium design. Meanwhile, the Xiaomi 15 offers a balance of high-end performance and affordability.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra: A Powerhouse with Leica-Tuned Cameras
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is designed for photography enthusiasts, featuring a quad-camera setup tuned by Leica. It includes:
- 50MP primary sensor (1-inch LYT-900) with OIS
- 50MP ultrawide sensor
- 50MP Sony IMX858 telephoto (3x optical zoom, OIS)
- 200MP ISOCELL HP9 periscope telephoto (4.3x optical zoom, OIS)
- 32MP front-facing camera for selfies and video calls
Xiaomi 15 Ultra (Photo Credit Xiaomi)
The 6.73-inch WQHD+ LTPO AMOLED display offers a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 3,200 nits, ensuring a smooth and vibrant viewing experience.
Powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite (3nm chip) and paired with up to 16GB LPDDR5x RAM, the 15 Ultra is built for top-tier performance. It runs Android 15 with Xiaomi’s HyperOS 2 and promises four OS upgrades.
The device is backed by a 5,410mAh silicon carbon battery, supporting 90W wired and 80W wireless fast charging. Xiaomi has used aerospace-grade glass fibre for the chassis, ensuring durability with an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance.
Xiaomi 15: A More Affordable Flagship Experience
The Xiaomi 15 shares many of the Ultra model’s features, including the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, HyperOS 2, and Android 15. However, it comes with a slightly smaller 6.36-inch LTPO AMOLED display, maintaining the 120Hz refresh rate and 3,200-nit peak brightness.
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The standard Xiaomi 15 features a triple-camera setup:
- 50MP primary sensor with OIS
- 50MP ultrawide lens
- 50MP telephoto sensor with OIS (3x optical zoom)
- 32MP front-facing camera
Battery life is also impressive, with a 5,240mAh battery supporting 90W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. The Xiaomi 15 has Bluetooth 5.4, while the Ultra variant supports the latest Bluetooth 6.0.
Pricing and Availability
- Xiaomi 15 Ultra starts at EUR 1,499 (roughly Rs. 1,36,100) for the 16GB RAM + 512GB storage variant.
- Xiaomi 15 is priced at EUR 999 (roughly Rs. 90,700) for the 12GB RAM + 256GB storage model.
Xiaomi has yet to confirm availability details for regions like India, but further announcements are expected soon.
Additional Benefits for Buyers
Xiaomi is offering one free out-of-warranty repair (excluding labor charges) within the first year of purchase. Additionally, customers can avail of a free screen replacement within the first six months.
With cutting-edge camera technology, powerful performance, and premium design, the 15 Ultra and Xiaomi 15 are set to compete with top-tier flagships in 2025.
