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Xiaomi 15S Pro (16GB + 1TB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£700RAM capacity:16 GBInternal storage:1 TBScreen size:6.73 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP

Xiaomi 15S Pro (16GB + 1TB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

8.7/10

Overall score

Score
8.7/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
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90%

8.7

Technical score

10%

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User score

★Better than 97% of smartphones
8.1

Value for money

Value for money
8.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
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70%

8.7

Overall score

30%

6.8

Price

★Better than 91%
8.7

Technical score

Technical score
8.7/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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25%

8.7

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.9

Camera

15%

9.2

Display

15%

9.0

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.9

Connectivity

4%

8.5

Audio

3%

7.8

Design

★Better than 97%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
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User ratings

30%

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £700
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Xiaomi 15S Pro (16GB + 1TB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.7/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components:

25%

8.7

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.9

Camera

15%

9.2

Display

15%

9.0

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.9

Connectivity

4%

8.5

Audio

3%

7.8

Design

8.7
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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Popularity:
Xiaomi 15S Pro (16GB + 1TB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

8.7

Overall score

30%

6.8

Price

8.1
Brand name
Xiaomi
Processor model
Xiaomi Xring O1
This smartphone uses the Xiaomi Xring O1 processor model which is slower than processors in 83% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 16 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 83.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 12% of smartphones.
Internal storage
1 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 1 TB which is larger than the storage of 94.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.6% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3.9 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.9 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 95.3% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 15
Android version
Android 15
This smartphone runs Android version Android 15 which is newer than that found in 70.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 25.1% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP which is higher than that of 72.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.5% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.4 & f/2.2 & f/2.5
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.4 & f/2.2 & f/2.5 which is wider than that of 99.5% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
72 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 72 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 90.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.2 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.2 µm which is larger than in 83.8% of smartphones and equal to the size in 4.9% of smartphones.
2.4 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.73 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.73 inches which is larger than the screens of 65.1% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.6% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1440x 3200 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1440x3200 px which is higher than that of 96% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.1% of smartphones.
Pixel density
521 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 521 ppi which is higher than that of 95.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
6,100 mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 6,100 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 80.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.2% of smartphones.
Charging speed
90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 90 W which is faster than in 86.6% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 3.5% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
4
This smartphone includes 4 microphones, which is more than in 96.9% of smartphones and equal to the number in 3.1% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
?
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Height
161.3 mm
This smartphone has a height of 161.3 mm which is shorter than 73.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Width
75.3 mm
This smartphone has a width of 75.3 mm which is narrower than 63.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.6% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.3 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm which is thinner than 44.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.1% of smartphones.
Weight
216 g
This smartphone weighs 216 g which is heavier than 78.6% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.5% of smartphones.
Device volume
96,600 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 96,600 cm³ which is smaller than 54.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
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Xiaomi 15S Pro (16GB + 1TB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 8 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 2.25x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (72 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    72 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 4x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (1 TB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    1 TB vs 256 GB
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x3200 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x3200 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 50% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (3 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    3 nm vs 6 nm
  • 62.5% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.9 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.9 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 22% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6,100 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    6,100 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 10.7% better value for money
    Xiaomi 15S Pro (16GB + 1TB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (8.12 vs 7.3).
    8.12 vs 7.34
  • 8 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 4x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (1 TB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    1 TB vs 256 GB
  • 62.5% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.9 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.9 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 50% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (3 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    3 nm vs 6 nm
  • 3.26x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (3,068 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    3,068 vs 942
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x3.4 GHz & 2x1.89 GHz & 2x1.8 GHz & 2x3.9 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x3.4 GHz & 2x1.89 GHz & 2x1.8 GHz & 2x3.9 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 3.11x higher PassMark single-core benchmark
    This smartphone has a better PassMark single-core score than the average smartphone (3,068 vs 988). The average single-core score is 988.
    3,068 vs 988
  • 69.7% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1,612 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,612 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 2 more CPU threads
    This smartphone offers more CPU threads than the average smartphone (10 vs 8). The average smartphone supports 8 threads.
    10 vs 8
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • Supports ECC memory
    This smartphone supports ECC memory, the average smartphone does not. 2.4% of smartphones support ECC.
  • Supports newer OpenCL version
    This smartphone supports a newer OpenCL version than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average version is 2.
    3 vs 2
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    HyperAI, AI Writing, AI Speech Recognition, AI Art, AI Interpreter, AI Erase Pro, AI Magic Painting
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Newer Android version
    This smartphone features a newer Android version than the average smartphone (Android 15 vs Android 14). The average version is Android 14.
    Android 15 vs Android 14
  • 2.25x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (72 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    72 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 0.4 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.2 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2.4 binned
    1.2 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x24 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.4 & f/2.2 & f/2.5 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.4 & f/2.2 & f/2.5 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Supports Dolby Vision video recording
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision video recording, the average smartphone does not. 10.7% of smartphones support Dolby Vision.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP vs 16 MP
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.2 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.
    3.2 vs 2
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.4 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.4 vs 5.2
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x3200 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x3200 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 2,200 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (3,200 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    3,200 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 31.9% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (521 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    521 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 0.06 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.73 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 25% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (300 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    300 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 22% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6,100 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    6,100 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 2.73x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (90 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    90 W vs 33 W
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 2.5x faster wireless charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (50 W vs 20 W). The average speed is 20 W.
    50 W vs 20 W
  • 2x faster reverse wireless charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster reverse wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (10 W vs 5 W). The average speed is 5 W.
    10 W vs 5 W
  • 2 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    4 vs 2
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • 1 year/s newer release date
    This smartphone has a newer release date than the average smartphone (2025 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones are released annually.
    May 2025
    2025 vs 2024
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 2.3 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (161.3 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    161.3 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 0.7 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (75.3 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    75.3 mm vs 76 mm
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Xiaomi Xring O1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Xiaomi Xring O1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 10.1% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (216 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    216 g vs 196.2 g
  • 2.69x more expensive
    Xiaomi 15S Pro (16GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£700 vs £260).
    £700 vs £260
  • 5.44x less popular
    Xiaomi 15S Pro (16GB + 1TB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 2.69x more expensive
    Xiaomi 15S Pro (16GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£700 vs £260).
    £700 vs £260
  • 5.44x less popular
    Xiaomi 15S Pro (16GB + 1TB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Xiaomi Xring O1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Xiaomi Xring O1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 10.1% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (216 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    216 g vs 196.2 g

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
Flossy Carter
≈ estimated
21/06/2025
Hands-on review · notifications, benchmarks and daily use
Verdict
Xiaomi 15S Pro is ranked the top Xiaomi phone, with real-world speed matching rival flagship chips.
7.0
VaibhavsTech
≈ estimated
27/05/2025
Hands-on review · camera zoom tests and battery impressions
Verdict
Xiaomi 15S Pro has a strong camera and battery, but a dim display and unknown long-term chip performance.
9.0
C4ETech English
≈ estimated
25/05/2025
Hands-on review · performance, overheating and camera tests
Verdict
Xiaomi 15S Pro is an excellent first-generation phone from Xiaomi, though some issues still need ironing out.
8.0
HansTechTalk
≈ estimated
24/05/2025
Hands-on review · camera, gaming, display and battery tests
Verdict
Xiaomi 15S Pro is bold and ambitious and mostly delivers, though gaming heat and weak speakers hold it back.
8.0
TechXReviews
≈ estimated
23/05/2025
Hands-on review · battery, camera, signal and chip tests
Verdict
Xiaomi 15S Pro's chip can compete with top flagship processors, though battery efficiency and camera tuning still need work.
8.0
Pro Tech City
≈ estimated
22/05/2025
Unboxing · full review with performance and battery tests
Verdict
Xiaomi 15S Pro performs roughly on par with Snapdragon 8, though 5G gaming is weaker.
8.0
Trakin Tech
≈ estimated
14/06/2025
First look · unboxing and chipset impressions
Verdict
Xiaomi 15S Pro's first flagship chipset is strong, though heat needs work and there is no India launch.
5.0
gizmochina
≈ estimated
23/05/2025
First look · unboxing and first impressions
Verdict
Xiaomi 15S Pro is not the right time to buy for most people, and it is mainly interesting for Xiaomi enthusiasts.
Overview video
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

xiaomiplanets.com
04/06/2025
Early hands-on · Chinese import
Verdict
The Xiaomi 15S Pro is a fast flagship with its own XRING O1 chip, but the Chinese-only version lacks Android Auto and ships with Chinese apps.
notebookcheck.net
01/07/2025
Lab test · Own-chip flagship
Verdict
The Xiaomi 15S Pro is a strong all-round flagship with long battery life and a new in-house chip, nearly identical to the Xiaomi 15 Pro apart from its processor.
smartzone.de
07/08/2025
Full test · Own-chip flagship
Verdict
The Xiaomi 15S Pro is a well-built flagship with a strong in-house XRING O1 chip, though its screen is only average in direct sunlight.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Xiaomi 15S Pro (16GB + 1TB)

  • High performance from the proprietary Xring O1 chipset, rivaling the Snapdragon 8 Elite in benchmarks.
  • Excellent battery life from the 6,100 mAh silicon-carbon battery, often lasting over 25 hours.
  • Stunning 6.73-inch LTPO AMOLED display with 3,200 nits peak brightness and vivid color accuracy.
  • Advanced Leica-tuned triple 50MP camera system with improved shadow contrast and 5x stable optical zoom.
  • Premium build quality featuring 'Longlin Fiber' and 'Dragon Scale' back plate options.
  • Fast and reliable charging with 90W wired and 50W wireless capabilities.

What customers don't like about Xiaomi 15S Pro (16GB + 1TB)

  • Pronounced heating issues and thermal throttling during intensive gaming sessions or stress tests.
  • Software experience marred by pre-installed bloatware and unpolished settings menus.
  • Limited global availability; primarily a Chinese market release with missing local software optimizations in international regions.
  • Omission of the variable aperture feature found on previous 'Pro' predecessors.
  • Inconsistent selfie camera performance due to aggressive, non-removable skin-softening beauty effects.
  • Heavy and bulky form factor compared to more compact flagship rivals.

Verdict

The Xiaomi 15s Pro (16GB + 1TB) is a flagship smartphone featuring Xiaomi's self-developed, high-performance Xring O1 3nm 10-core processor, a brilliant 6.73-inch 2K LTPO AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 3200 nits peak brightness, and a robust 6100 mAh silicon-carbon battery with 90W wired and 50W wireless fast charging support. A major pro is its versatile Leica co-engineered triple 50MP camera system, including a periscope telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom and OIS, capable of 8K video recording, alongside a 32MP front camera. It offers top-tier connectivity like Wi-Fi 7 and IP68 water/dust resistance, making it highly durable and efficient for demanding tasks. Potential cons include the presence of pre-installed bloatware apps and a design that might not appeal to everyone, while some reviews suggest it may heat up under intense gaming pressure.

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