GSMArena full specs
Screen:
6.36"
Weight:
189g
Water:
Waterproof
Charging:
90W
Optical Zoom:
2.6x
Thickness:
8.1mm
Screen covers
90% of body
Reviews
Overall rating and the reviews that impact it
81
GSMCritic Rate
Very Good
Pros
Camera
Excellent main camera - Produces high-quality photos and videos in various conditions.
Solid telephoto lens - Provides good zoom capabilities.
Design
Compact design - Offers a comfortable one-handed experience with an ergonomic and pocket-friendly form factor.
Solid build quality - Well-constructed with premium materials.
IP68 certification - Provides dust and water resistance for durability.
Display
Bright LTPO OLED display - Features a vivid and smooth viewing experience.
120Hz refresh rate - Ensures fluid scrolling and animations.
Case and screen protector included - Adds extra protection out of the box.
Battery
Commendable battery life - Lasts well despite a slightly smaller capacity.
90W fast charging - Allows for rapid power replenishment.
Software
HyperOS 2 software - Offers an efficient and AI-enhanced UI experience.
Audio
Premium stereo speakers - Delivers impressive audio quality.
Storage
Generous base storage - Ample space for apps and media.
Connectivity
USB-C 3.2 with DP output - Enables high-speed data transfer and external display support.
Tri-band Wi-Fi 7 - Provides fast and reliable wireless connectivity.
Cons
Camera
Limited telephoto zoom - 2.6x optical magnification may feel restrictive.
Underwhelming ultrawide camera - Mediocre image quality and lack of autofocus.
Performance
Thermal management issues - Heats up noticeably under sustained heavy load.
Aggressive throttling - Performance drops significantly when the device overheats.
Display
Refresh rate bug - Some apps are locked to 60Hz.
Battery
Proprietary fast charging - Requires a Xiaomi adapter, which isn’t included in some regions.
Charger omission in some markets - Adds inconvenience for users needing a fast charger.
Software
System ads and bloatware - Detracts from an otherwise streamlined software experience.
Other
Minor upgrades over predecessor - Lacks significant improvements compared to the previous model.
Rankings
Where Xiaomi 15 stands in 2024
Best Phone Of 2024
#37
Highest Optical Zoom
#30
Largest Screen
#69
Smallest Screen
#7
Lightest
#20
Thinnest
#22
Fastest Charging
#16
Highest Screen Ratio
#28
Cheapest
#66