Xiaomi 15T Pro Review

In my opinion, the T series from Xiaomi has been consistently one of the best phones of the year, providing buyers with an almost flagship experience without the associated premium price.

The only other competing model I can think of is the Honor x00 Pro series, with the 200 Pro launching at a lower price point than the Xiaomi 14T Pro. But the Honor 400 Pro, which launched back in May, launched at a higher price point of £700.

Xiaomi has now launched its latest T model, the Xiaomi 15T Pro, which I have been using for the past few weeks.

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Specification

Specification	Xiaomi 15T Pro	Xiaomi 14T Pro
Dimensions	162.7 x 77.9 x 7.96 mm	160.4 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm
Weight	210 g	209 g
Colours	Black, Grey, Mocha Gold	Titan Grey, Titan Blue, Titan Black
Frame	6M13 aluminium alloy	6M13 aluminium alloy, 281 Nmm frame rigidity
Back	Glass fibre seamless design	Glass back (Panda Glass)
Water/Dust Resistance	IP68, up to 3m in fresh water	IP68, up to 2m for 30 min
Display	6.83-inch AMOLED	6.67-inch AMOLED
Resolution	2772 x 1280 (1.5K)	2712 x 1220
Pixel Density	447 ppi	446 ppi
Refresh Rate	Up to 144 Hz	144 Hz
Touch Sampling Rate	Up to 480 Hz	Not stated
Peak Brightness	3200 nits	4000 nits
Colour	DCI-P3, HDR10, Dolby Vision	Dolby Vision, HDR10, Ultra HDR, 68B colours
Glass	Corning Gorilla Glass 7i	Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Certifications	TÜV Rheinland (Low Blue Light, Flicker Free, Circadian)	Not stated
Processor	MediaTek Dimensity 9400, 3 nm, up to 3.73 GHz	MediaTek Dimensity 9300, 4 nm, up to 3.4 GHz
GPU	Immortalis-G925 MC12	Immortalis-G720 MC12
NPU	NPU 890	Not stated
RAM/Storage	12GB LPDDR5X / 256GB, 512GB, 1TB UFS 4.1	12GB/16GB RAM / 256GB, 512GB, 1TB UFS 4.0
Cooling	Xiaomi 3D IceLoop System	Not stated
OS	Xiaomi HyperOS 3 with HyperAI	Android 14, HyperOS
Main Camera	50 MP (f/1.62, 23 mm, OIS, Light Fusion 900)	50 MP (f/1.6, 23 mm wide, PDAF, OIS)
Telephoto Camera	50 MP (f/3.0, 115 mm, OIS, 5x optical, 10x optical-level zoom)	50 MP (f/2.0, 60 mm, PDAF, 2.6x optical zoom)
Ultra-wide Camera	12 MP (f/2.2, 15 mm, 120° FoV)	12 MP (f/2.2, 15 mm ultrawide, 120° FoV)
Front Camera	32 MP (f/2.2, 21 mm equiv.)	32 MP (f/2.0, 25 mm wide)
Camera Features	Leica features, street mode, Portrait bokeh, AI Assistant 2.0	Leica lens, Ultra HDR, panorama, HDR, LED flash
Video Recording	8K @ 30 fps, 4K @ up to 120 fps, HDR10, 10-bit Log	8K @ 24/30 fps, 4K @ 24/30/60 fps, HDR10, Rec. 2020, gyro-EIS
Battery Capacity	5500 mAh (typical)	5000 mAh (typical)
Wired Charging	90W HyperCharge	120W, PD 3.0, QC 4, 100% in 19 min
Wireless Charging	50W HyperCharge	50W, 100% in 45 min
Audio	Dual speakers, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Cert., wireless cert.	Stereo speakers, Hi-Res Audio, Hi-Res Wireless
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 7, Dual SIM (nano, eSIM), Bluetooth 6.0 dual, NFC	Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, dual SIM, NFC (region-dependent)
Network Bands	Extensive GSM, WCDMA, LTE, 5G SA/NSA	GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G
Other Features	Astral Communication suite, Offline comm. up to 1.9km	Circle to Search, Infrared, under-display fingerprint

Unboxing / Design

The Xiaomi 15T Pro features a unified glass fibre back and battery cover, providing a single-piece feel. I was sent the 15T Pro in Black, which is a bit boring, but looks smart; it is also available in Grey and Mocha Gold, with a refined flat-frame aesthetic that is noticeably slimmer than older models at 7.96mm, weighing in at a sensible 210g (1g heavier than its predecessor).

The phone also has an IP68 rating with 3-metre freshwater immersion, which is great and something I always found important in a phone due to the inclement UK weather, but the reality is that I haven’t had a phone die due to water ingress since the Google Nexus 6P.

The aluminium alloy frame is intended to add extra drop resistance, paired with Corning Gorilla Glass 7i for double the scratch resistance, a welcome shift compared to typical mid-range flagships that lack this grade of protection.

At 6.83 inches, this is the largest display Xiaomi has ever put in a T-series phone. The 1.5K resolution (2772 x 1280) delivers 447 ppi, which is sharp enough for most uses. The 144Hz refresh rate and 480Hz touch sampling should make interactions feel fluid, though I question whether most users can genuinely benefit from refresh rates above 120Hz.

The 3200-nit peak brightness is impressive, albeit a downgrade from the 4000 nits on the previous model, but that’s brighter than many premium phones such as the Pixel 10 Pro XL and should mean excellent outdoor visibility.

The 1.5mm bezels are genuinely slim and create a more immersive viewing experience, though some may find this increases mistouches.

Notable comfort features are built in too, including DC dimming, flicker-free certification, and TV Rheinland low blue light accreditation, which I found is increasingly important during longer session usage. HDR10 and Dolby Vision support round out the visual experience, positioning the display close to the top end of what’s on offer at this price point.

Camera

Xiaomi continues its partnership with Leica, delivering a triple camera array featuring a 50MP main sensor with a Summilux lens, a 12MP ultra-wide with a 120-degree field of view. Then there is a a 50MP 5x optical telephoto capable of up to 10x optical-level zoom, which is a big upgrade from the 2.6x optical zoom on the previous model.

The main camera uses a large f/1.62 aperture and OIS, designed to pull in more light for improved clarity and dynamic range. The press release doesn’t mention the sensor size, but does state that it is a Light Fusion 900 image sensor, and the specifications appear to be identical to the Xiaomi 15 and 14T Pro, so it will likely be a 1/1.31″ sensor.

The telephoto lens offers detailed shots of distant subjects, ideal for wildlife or events, while the wide lens is tuned for expansive group scenes or architecture.

There’s also a front-facing 32MP sensor providing a wide 90-degree field for group selfies. The suite of shooting modes includes advanced bokeh effects, customisable portrait settings, and Leica street photography mode, which allows instant capture from the lock screen, a feature that might appeal to anyone concerned about quick-shoot scenarios.

The 12MP ultrawide is one of the few giveaways that this is not a flagship phone. It takes adequate shots, but I would only use it when absolutely necessary.

Video capabilities have been considerably stepped up, too. 8K at 30fps is supported, as well as several 4K options, including 120fps and professional-grade 10-bit Log recording for editors who want more colour flexibility. HDR10 recording is available across focal lengths, so content creation expectations are realistic: this is a device built for those who actually need these features at a quality above basic smartphone shooters.

Performance

The Xiaomi 15T Pro continues to be powered by MediaTek’s flagship chipset, this year it is the Dimensity 9400 chipset built with a 3nm process. The phone promises a healthy step up in both CPU and graphics performance over its predecessor.

It is available with 12GB RAM and storage variants covering 256GB, 512GB and even 1TB. LPDDR5X memory and UFS 4.1 storage are present, which, first-hand, I can confirm, provide noticeably snappier app launches and data transfers.

Xiaomi’s 3D IceLoop cooling system is meant to address thermal concerns, but in my experience, these marketing terms often don’t translate to dramatically better real-world thermal management. However, any improvement in thermals is welcome, no matter how small it is.

Benchmarks

Similar to my previous Xiaomi reviews, I haven’t had much luck running popular benchmarks. As usual, I am unable to download the files required to run any of the 3Dmark benchmarks, and this year I am unable to get Antutu to display results, with it stating it won’t show the result unless it is verified online. The phone had Internet, so the upload must have been blocked, this is possibly because it is unreleased at the time of testing, or perhaps a block by Xiaomi.  

That being said, Geekbench reported some impressive results with 2690 for a single core and 8300 for multi-core, which is not far from the Xiaomi 15T, which has the flagship Qualcomm chipset for 2025

• Geekbench 6
  • Xiaomi 15T Pro: 2690 / 8300
  • Xiaomi 15: 3052 / 9335
  • Xiaomi 14T Pro: 2182 / 7205
  • Pixel 9 Pro XL: 1917 / 4600
  • Pixel 8 Pro: 1763 /  4409
  • Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra: 2103 / 6640
  • Honor Magic6 Pro: 2220 / 6897

Connectivity

5G, Wi-Fi 7, NFC, and Bluetooth 6.0 (an upgrade from 5.4) are all included, covering modern network expectations for 2025. The device supports dual SIM, including eSIM options, and boasts Xiaomi’s Astral Communication features, which now add offline device-to-device voice calls with a range of up to 1.9km between handsets, independent of the network, potentially useful for niche scenarios like hiking or festivals.

Battery Life / Charging

Battery capacity is quoted at 5500mAh, supporting both 90W wired HyperCharge and 50W wireless charging.

The wired charging is actually a downgrade from the 120W that was capable on the 14T Pro, but I think the 10% increase in battery capacity makes up for this downgrade.

Like most modern phones, there is no bundled charger and you will likely need to buy a Xiaomi HyperCharger to make the most of it.

Wireless charging speeds are high, although you’ll need to budget for Xiaomi’s own charger or a compatible Qi equivalent.

Battery life is stated as up to just over fifteen hours of constant use, which, on spec, looks competitive against most current flagships.

Android OS / Xiaomi HyperOS 3

The phone is shipped with Xiaomi HyperOS 3, which is based on Android 15.

The phone gets widget, lock screen and notification upgrades, along with improved multitasking and quicker app transitions.

Xiaomi HyperAI features are also active, aimed at improving productivity, though the specifics vary by region. The UI aligns closely with the aesthetic changes most will notice as fresh, rather than revolutionary.

While I don’t mind Xiaomi HyperOS, I would say it is my least favourite of the various Android skins. Perhaps because I have more experience with it, but I would give Honor MagicOS a slight edge over HyperOS, and of course, the stock Pixel Android OS is arguably the best (by a comfortable margin).

Price / Alternatives

At the time of writing, I have not been provided the official price. However, it has recently been leaked that the phone will launch with a starting price of €899 (around £785), which includes 512 GB of storage and 12 GB of RAM. An earlier leak indicated it would be €799 (around £700) for the 256GB model.

Some people have suggested this is a price hike, but looking at my review of the Xiaomi 14T Pro, which launched at €799 as well. Going further back, the Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro had an RRP of £600, so I don’t feel like the price has increased excessively over the years.

Xiaomi didn’t launch the 15 Pro in Western markets, and the 15 is a much smaller phone, so there is no clear step up from the 15T Pro. If you wanted a truly flagship experience, you’d need to get the £1300 Xiaomi 15 Ultra.

As previously stated, the Honor 400 Pro is likely the best alternative option. This has an RRP of £700 for 12GB RAM and 512GB storage, but is currently discounted to £540 on Amazon. This uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm), which scores quite a bit lower on Geekbench, but I am unable to compare with other popular tests, especially gaming.

OnePlus is like the other best alternative. The OnePlus 13 is almost a year old now,, which means you can pick it up with a bit of a discount, priced at £789  (£999 RRP) and has mostly better specs all around, including 16GB RAM and 512GB storage.

Or, the OnePlus 13R, which launched in January, is available for £527, which uses the same Snapdragon 8 Gen 3  chipset as the Honor 400 Pro. The camera spec is not quite as good as the others, and it has a lower IP rating, but you can’t really criticise it too much due to the attractive pricing.

If you were to look at Google and its Pixel phones, the closest in price is the Pixel 10 at £799, which has inferior hardware all around (though the software experience goes some way to make up for its shortcomings).

Overall

The Xiaomi 15T Pro is another fantastic phone from Xiaomi, and probably my favourite model in their range due to the relatively attractive pricing, but only a few compromises on flagship features.

Like most modern phone launches, there is only an incremental upgrade from the previous generation. You have the usual chipset upgrade, then the telephoto lens has an impressive upgrade, a larger (but less bright) display, and a larger (but slower-charging) battery. So, it wouldn’t be worth upgrading from the 14T Pro.

However, there are very few other phones that compete with this at this price point, and I am still adamant that this is the best price point for Android phones. Both this and the Honor 400 Pro are amazing phones at reasonable prices, then the OnePlus 13 at a higher price but better specs, or the OnePlus 13R if you want to stay under £600.

Last update on 2025-09-26 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API