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iPhone 17 Pro vs Xiaomi Redmi 15a 5G: Which One Should You Buy?

Xiaomi Redmi 15a 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 81.8/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple · 2025

iPhone 17 Pro

iPhone 17 Pro
81/ 100
Launch price$1,099
Xiaomi

Xiaomi Redmi 15a 5G

Xiaomi Redmi 15a 5G
82/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

iPhone 17 Pro wins 3 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone 17 Pro
iPhone 17 Pro
3 wins
Xiaomi Redmi 15a 5G
Xiaomi Redmi 15a 5G
2 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayValue
iPhone 17 ProXiaomi Redmi 15a 5G
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeediPhone 17 Pro
    90
    70
  • CameraiPhone 17 Pro
    85
    80
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryXiaomi Redmi 15a 5G
    70
    95
  • DisplayiPhone 17 Pro
    90
    89
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueXiaomi Redmi 15a 5G
    55
    85
Key differences
  • Xiaomi Redmi 15a 5G has the bigger battery6,300 mAh vs 4,252 mAh
  • Xiaomi Redmi 15a 5G has the bigger screen6.9" vs 6.3"
  • iPhone 17 Pro has more RAM12 GB vs 6 GB
  • iPhone 17 Pro has the faster chipApple A19 Pro vs Unisoc T8300
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy iPhone 17 Pro
  • ✓793 g lighter (206 g), easier to hold
  • ✓$8900 cheaper at launch ($1099 vs $9999)
  • ✓48 MP main camera
Reasons to buy Xiaomi Redmi 15a 5G
  • ✓Bigger 6,300 mAh battery (+2,048 mAh)
  • ✓6.9" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone 17 ProXiaomi Redmi 15a 5G
1. Display & Screen🏆 iPhone 17 Pro Wins Display
Screen typeLTPO Super Retina XDR OLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.3"6.9"
Resolution & Density2622x1206 (460 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness3,000 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 iPhone 17 Pro Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A19 Pro (3nm)Unisoc T8300
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsApple GPU (6-core)Not listed
Operating SystemiOS 26Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR6 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB / 1024GB128 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iPhone 17 Pro Wins Camera
Primary Camera48 MP, f/1.78, OIS, Fusion 48MPundefined MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom48 MP (8x optical zoom), f/2.8, OISNone (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera48 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens18 MP, f/1.9undefined MP
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions150 x 71.9 x 8.75 mmN/A
Weight206 gN/A
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68Not listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Xiaomi Redmi 15a 5G Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,252 mAh6,300 mAh
Wired Fast Charging40W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless Charging25W wireless chargingNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Not listed
Bluetooth6.0Not listed
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.0Not listed
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$1099Price on request
Our verdict

Xiaomi Redmi 15a 5G wins — BeastScore 81.8/100

After comparing all the specs, Xiaomi Redmi 15a 5G is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 81.8 vs top rival 81.2 and Larger battery capacity: 6,300 mAh (+2,048 mAh more).

Buy iPhone 17 Pro if you want

Significantly faster wired charging: 40W vs max 0W · Higher resolution main sensor: 48 MP vs max 0 MP

Buy Xiaomi Redmi 15a 5G if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 81.8 vs top rival 81.2 · Larger battery capacity: 6,300 mAh (+2,048 mAh more)

Common questions

Which is better: iPhone 17 Pro or Xiaomi Redmi 15a 5G?

Xiaomi Redmi 15a 5G leads with an overall BeastScore of 81.8/100 compared to iPhone 17 Pro (81.2/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 81.8 vs top rival 81.2 and Larger battery capacity: 6,300 mAh (+2,048 mAh more).

What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 17 Pro and Xiaomi Redmi 15a 5G?

iPhone 17 Pro has a 6.3-inch display and 4252 mAh battery. Xiaomi Redmi 15a 5G has a 6.9-inch display and 6300 mAh battery.

How do iPhone 17 Pro and Xiaomi Redmi 15a 5G compare for speed?

iPhone 17 Pro scores 90/100 for performance; Xiaomi Redmi 15a 5G scores 70/100.

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