Xiaomi
Xiaomi 15
Width: 71.2mm (2.8in) Released: Oct 29, 2024
Rank: #36
13 + 14 + 13 + 12 + 12 + 3 + 5 + 0 + 5 + 0 = 77
Verdict
Xiaomi 15 scores 77 out of 100 across ten objectively measured categories, ranking #36 of 252 in the One Hand Phones index. At 71.2mm (2.8in) wide, this is a "modern compact" phone.
Score breakdown
Editorial
Great performance (with throttling under pressure) and exceptional battery endurance. Fast charging, excellent screen and very good photos and videos. It is too bad that Xiaomi cuts corners with itâs best compact so the 15 Pro and 15 Ultra can justify their higher prices. There is still no AF on the ultrawide. No AF on the selfie either. No memory expansion, headphone jack or desktop replacement feature but Xiaomi 15 comes with a 90W charger in the box (in many markets).
PROs
SnapDragon 8 Elite processor fast performance, a 5240mAh Silicone Carbon battery with a 2-day endurance, 90W wired (50W wireless) fast charging, a 1500nits bright LTPO AMOLED screen with Dolby Vision, a capable 50MP OIS PDAF main + 50MP PDAF tele plus a 50MP ultrawide setup, USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 port with OTG
CONs
ultrawide and selfie cameras with no OIS, PDAF or even AF, lack of expandable storage and lack of desktop replacement software (but video-out is there) (updated Mar 27, 2025)
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Scored across ten categories by One Hand Phones, an independent ranking site with no ads, sponsorships, or manufacturer relationships. Rankings updated Aug 5, 2026. See the full ranking of 252 phones →