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# Xiaomi 15 12GB/256GB

> 6.36″ AMOLED display (120 Hz), Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm), 12 GB RAM, 256 GB storage, 50 MP main camera, 5240 mAh battery, 5G, Android 15.

Overall score 88.6/100 (algorithm 1.0.0, data evidence 96 %); strongest in basics, build & comfort.

## Spec score

- Smoothness: **92.2**/100
- Battery: **91.1**/100
- Camera hardware: **89.7**/100
- Screen: **84.8**/100
- Build & comfort: **93.1**/100
- Longevity: **68**/100
- Basics: **100**/100

_Camera scores measure hardware potential (sensor, optics, stabilization) — not lab-tested photo quality._

## Strengths / Weaknesses

- ✅ Basics (100)
- ✅ Build & comfort (93.1)
- ✅ Smoothness (92.2)

## Specifications

- AnTuTu score (11): 2938744
- Display size: 6.36 in
- Display technology: LTPO AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
- Chipset: Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
- RAM: 12 GB
- Storage: 256 GB
- Battery capacity: 5240 mAh
- Wired charging: 90 W
- Main camera: 50 MP
- Weight: 189 g
- IP rating: IP68
- Operating system: Android 15
- 5G support: Yes
- NFC: Yes
- eSIM: Yes

## Is it a real upgrade?

- Typical 2021 mid-ranger: +25.5
- Samsung Galaxy A52 5G (2021): +21
- Apple iPhone 12 (2020): +26.1

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