Xiaomi 15 Ultra vs The Rest: Best Alternatives You Can Buy Today

On 2 March 2025, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra debuted globally at the MWC 2025 event. It is the newest addition to Xiaomi’s premium flagship series, renowned for their exceptional cameras and tempting specifications. While the brand has revealed all of its specifications, it has yet to disclose the availability status in India. If you plan to buy the Xiaomi 15 Ultra but can’t hold any longer to grab one, you have come to the right place. We have curated a list of smartphones that match the Xiaomi 15 Ultra’s potential and could be good alternatives. Here’s our list:

Xiaomi 15 Ultra: Specifications
Before going further into the article, here is a quick recap of the Xiaomi 15 Ultra’s specifications. 

• Display:  6.73-inch LTPO AMOLED, 2K resolution, 3100×1440 pixels,
  120Hz refresh rate, 3200nits peak brightness, Dolby Vision, HDR Vivid, and HDR10+
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
• RAM and Storage: 16GB RAM and 512GB storage.
• Software: Xiaomi HyperOS 2.0 based on Android 15
• Primary Camera: 50MP Sony LYT-900 camera with an f/1.8 aperture, 1-inch sensor, and OIS.
• Ultrawide Camera: 50MP Samsung JN5 camera with an f/2.2 aperture.
• Telephoto Camera: 50MP Sony IMX858 camera with an f/1.8 aperture, 3x zoom, and OIS.
• Periscope Telephoto Camera: 200MP Samsung HP9 camera with an f/2.6 aperture, OIS, and 4.3x optical zoom.
• Selfie Camera: 32MP OV32B40 camera with an f/2.0 aperture.
• Battery and Charging: 5,410mAh battery, 90W wired, 50W wireless charging.

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra (16GB+512GB) currently sells for €1,499 (approx Rs 1,36,000) in Europe.

Xiaomi 15 Ultra Three Best Alternatives

Vivo X200 Pro

Since Vivo unveiled the X200 Pro, almost every tech enthusiast has been hailing it as one of the best camera phones ever launched. Rightly so. It is the only phone on the list to offer a 200-megapixel Samsung HP9 periscope camera with OIS, the same as the Xiaomi 15 Ultra. The image quality produced by this sensor is seriously unmatched. Moreover, this handset can capture some of the best human portrait photos. In terms of performance, the Mediatek Dimensity 9400 SoC manages every operation on the Vivo X200 Pro. The 6,000mAh semi-solid state battery ensures no random interruptions in your daily grind. 

• Display: 6.78-inch quad-curved LTPO AMOLED screen, 1260 x 2800 resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, 4500 nits peak brightness, and P3 wide color gamut.
• Processor: Mediatek Dimensity 9400.
• RAM and Storage: 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage.
• Software: FunTouch OS 15 based on Android 15.
• Primary Camera: 50MP Sony LYT-818 camera with an f/1.57 aperture and OIS.
• Ultra-wide Camera: 50MP Samsung JN1 camera, 15mm, f/2.0 aperture and 119° field-of-view.
• Periscope Telephoto Camera: a 200MP Samsung HP9 periscope telephoto camera with 3.7x optical zoom, OIS, and an f/2.57 aperture.
• Front Camera: 32MP snapper.
• Battery and Charging: 6,000mAh, 90W fast charging, 30W Qi Wireless charging
• Other Features: IP68+IP69 rating, an in-display fingerprint scanner, an aluminium frame, an Armor Glass display, and stereo speakers.
• Dimensions and weight: 162.4mm x 76mm x 8.2mm, 223 grams.
• Colours: Cosmos Black and Titanium Gray

The Vivo X200 Pro is available on Amazon in one configuration. Take a look at smartphone pricing.

OPPO Find X8 Pro

The OPPO Find X8 Pro one-ups the Vivo X200 Pro by offering an additional telephoto camera, bringing the total camera count to four. Due to its two periscope cameras, you can experiment with different angles and compositions. Besides better clarity and details, they have the strength to capture some captivating portrait photos. Moreover, the phone has one of the fastest shutters in the smartphone landscape, allowing you to capture fast-moving objects without losing out on important moments. Like the Vivo X200 Pro, the Mediatek Dimensity 9400 SoC pilots the OPPO Find X8 Pro. The handset packs a 5,910mAh silicon-carbon battery.

• Display: 6.78-inch quad-curved LTPO AMOLED screen, 1264 x 2780 resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, 4500 nits peak brightness, and P3 wide color gamut.
• Processor: Mediatek Dimensity 9400.
• RAM and Storage: 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage.
• Software: ColorOS 15 based on Android 15.
• Primary Camera: 50MP Sony LYT808 camera, 1/1.4’’, 23mm, f/1.6, and OIS
• Ultra-wide Camera: 50MP Samsung 5KJN5 camera,1/2.75’’, 15mm, and f/2.0 with autofocus.
• 6x Periscope Telephoto Camera: 50MP Sony IMX858 camera, 1/2.51’’, 135mm, f/4.3, and OIS.
• 3x Periscope Telephoto Camera: 50MP Sony LYT600 camera, 1/1.95’’, 73mm (3x), f/2.6 and OIS.
• Front Camera: 32MP Sony IMX615, 1/2.74’’, 21mm, and f/2.4.
• Battery and Charging: 5,910mAh, 80W fast charging, 50W AirVOOC Wireless charging
• Other Features: IP68+IP69 rating, an in-display fingerprint scanner, and stereo speakers.
• Dimensions and weight: 162.27 mm × 76.67 mm × 8.34 mm, 215 grams.
• Colours: Pearl White and Space Black

The OPPO Find X8 Pro is available on Flipkart and OPPO.com/in in one configuration. Take a look at smartphone pricing.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is the most expensive phone on this list, standing toe-to-toe with the Xiaomi 15 Ultra’s pricing in Europe. Nearly all of its cameras resemble the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, its predecessor, in specification. The only difference it brings is the new ultra-wide camera, which has now increased to 50 megapixels. Moreover, it can now record videos in LOG format, empowering you to adjust the colour profile in the post. Since the phone shares its DNA with its precursor, it has an amazing knack for outputting consistent image quality. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy chipset powers the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, based on a 3mm architecture.

• Display: 6.9-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X screen, 1440 x 3120 resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, 4500 nits peak brightness, and P3 wide color gamut.
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy.
• RAM and Storage: Up to 12GB of RAM and 1TB of internal storage.
• Software: OneUI 7 based on Android 15.
• Primary Camera: 200MP, f/1.7, 24mm, OIS
• Ultra-wide Camera: 50MP, f/1.9, and 120-degree
• 3x Periscope Telephoto Camera: 10MP, f/2.4, 67mm, and OIS
• 6x Periscope Telephoto Camera: 50MP f/3.4, 111mm, 5x optical zoom, and OIS
• Front Camera: 12-megapixel, f/2.2, and 26mm
• Battery and Charging: 5,00mAh, 45W fast charging, 15W Wireless charging
• Other Features: IP68 rating, an in-display fingerprint scanner, Corning Gorilla Armor 2 protection, Titanium build, and stereo speakers.
• Dimensions and weight: 162.8 mm x 77.6 mm x 8.2 mm, 218 grams.
• Colours: Titanium Gray, Titanium Black, Titanium Whitesilver, Titanium Silverblue, Titanium Jetblack, Titanium Jadegreen, and Titanium Pinkgold.

So, if you are considering the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, we believe these three alternatives serve you the best. However, we look forward to the launch and will keep you posted.