The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a top camera flagship for 2025, attracting 42% of voters in a recent poll, while only 13% prefer other options. Despite maintaining a steady price of €1,500 in the global market, many still find it too expensive. Complaints include the removal of the variable aperture and the larger size, along with a reduced battery capacity (5,410mAh versus 6,000mAh in the previous model). Despite these issues, it remains highly regarded as an elite camera phone. Some discounts are available, such as 10% off in the UK and a €200 voucher in Germany.
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra stands out as one of the top camera flagships of 2025, and the results from last week’s poll are telling. A notable 42% of voters expressed interest in this device, while only 13% are looking at other camera-centric flagships.
When we conducted the poll, we were unaware of the global pricing, only having details for the Chinese market. As anticipated, the price has remained stable, which has its pros and cons. On the positive side, while some models have seen price hikes, Xiaomi has maintained its pricing. However, the downside is that €1,500 still represents a significant investment.
This concern is reflected in the poll’s second most popular response; many consider the Xiaomi 15 Ultra to be too pricey. Although it’s a reasonable price for an Ultra model — particularly one that truly earns the title — it remains inaccessible for numerous potential buyers.
Beyond the cost, there were also some criticisms regarding the hardware. For instance, Xiaomi removed the variable aperture that was featured in the 14 Ultra. Additionally, some users found the device too large to handle comfortably. The fact that the global version comes with a smaller battery (5,410mAh compared to 6,000mAh) is also a letdown.
Ultimately, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is set to be one of the premier camera phones for the coming year, and it is likely to maintain its reputation even when the new generation of models is released.
A price reduction would certainly be welcome, so it may be worthwhile to wait for the next shopping event. If you can’t wait, take a look at your local Mi.com website — for instance, the UK site is currently offering a 10% discount, whereas the German site has a €200 voucher available (with certain conditions).