Pixel 10 Pro XL
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
🏆 Verdict
Xiaomi 15 Ultra is the better pick overall by 4.4 points, leading in Charging, Performance and Battery. Pixel 10 Pro XL remains a strong contender elsewhere.
Pixel 10 Pro XL offers more for the money ($1,199 vs $1,619 at launch).
By category
Performance
Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster with the Snapdragon 8 Elite (performance index 100 vs 84). You notice it in heavy games and video editing, less in daily use.
Camera
Pixel 10 Pro XL zooms further optically (5× vs 4.3×). Pixel 10 Pro XL has the higher-resolution selfie camera (42 MP vs 32 MP).
Battery
Xiaomi 15 Ultra's battery is 210 mAh larger (5,410 vs 5,200 mAh), about 4% more. Real battery life also depends on chip and display efficiency.
Charging
Xiaomi 15 Ultra charges faster over cable (90W vs 45W). Wireless charging is faster on Xiaomi 15 Ultra (80W vs 25W).
Display
Pixel 10 Pro XL has the larger screen (6.8" vs 6.73").
Build & durability
Both are similar in durability and weight.
Updates
Pixel 10 Pro XL should get OS updates for longer (7 vs 4 years, per the maker's policy at launch).
Specifications
| Pixel 10 Pro XL | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Google Tensor G5 | Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| 16 GB | RAM | 16 GB |
| 256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB | Storage | 512 GB / 1 TB |
| 6.8" LTPO OLED | Display | 6.73" LTPO AMOLED |
| 120 Hz | Refresh rate | 120 Hz |
| 2992×1344 (482 ppi) | Resolution | 3200×1440 (521 ppi) |
| 3,300 nits | Peak brightness | 3,200 nits |
| 50 MP | Main camera | 50 MP |
| 48 MP | Ultrawide | 50 MP |
| 48 MP · 5× | Telephoto | 200 MP · 4.3× |
| 42 MP | Front camera | 32 MP |
| 5,200 mAh | Battery | 5,410 mAh |
| 45 W | Wired charging | 90 W |
| 25 W | Wireless charging | 80 W |
| IP68 | Water & dust rating | IP68 |
| aluminium | Frame | aluminium |
| 232 g | Weight | 226 g |
| 7 years | OS updates (estimated) | 4 years |
| $1,199 | Launch price | EUR 1,499 (≈ $1,619) |
| 2025-08 | Released | 2025-02 |
Official source: Pixel 10 Pro XL · Official source: Xiaomi 15 Ultra
Pixel 10 Pro XL
Pros
- 5× optical zoom
- 7 years of updates
- Lower price ($1,199)
Cons
- Slower chip
- Slower charging (45W)
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
Pros
- Faster chip (Snapdragon 8 Elite)
- 90W charging
Cons
- Shorter update window
- Pricier ($1,619)
How is the score calculated?
Each phone gets 0–100 points in seven categories (performance, camera, battery, charging, display, build, updates), computed only from its published specs, then combined with fixed, published weights. A gap under 2.5 points counts as a tie. The performance index is an estimate based on benchmark results published at launch.
Figures come from the manufacturers’ official pages. Some specs vary by market. We do not sell devices or earn commissions.