Samsung Galaxy A35 vs Xiaomi 15 Pro
The Verdict
Samsung's Galaxy A35 delivers excellent value at $399.99 with its vibrant 120Hz Super AMOLED display, reliable Exynos 1380 processor, and comprehensive 5000mAh battery life. Its 50MP main camera with OIS handles everyday photography competently. However, Xiaomi's 15 Pro operates in a different league entirely—its Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, 3200-nit LTPO AMOLED display, and versatile triple-camera system (including a 1-inch sensor and 3x optical zoom) justify the $699 premium. Performance gaps are substantial: the 15 Pro offers 16GB RAM, 90W charging, and IP68 durability versus the A35's 6GB and IP67 rating. Camera capabilities heavily favor Xiaomi with 8K recording and superior telephoto zoom. Budget-conscious buyers seeking reliable mid-range performance should choose the Galaxy A35. Those prioritizing flagship features, camera versatility, and processing power should invest in Xiaomi's 15 Pro.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Samsung Galaxy A35 if…
- →Solid build with Gorilla Glass Victus+ on both sides
- →Bright 120Hz Super AMOLED display
- →Long-lasting 5000 mAh battery
Buy the Xiaomi 15 Pro if…
- →Massive 6100 mAh battery easily lasts two full days
- →1-inch type main sensor captures outstanding low-light photos
- →2K LTPO display with 3200-nit brightness is class-leading
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy A35
Pros
- Solid build with Gorilla Glass Victus+ on both sides
- Bright 120Hz Super AMOLED display
- Long-lasting 5000 mAh battery
- IP67 water and dust resistance
- Four years of OS upgrades promised
Cons
- Only 6 GB RAM in base configuration
- Wi-Fi 5 is dated for 2024
- Exynos 1380 trails Snapdragon 7 chips
- Slow 25W charging with no in-box charger
Xiaomi 15 Pro
Pros
- Massive 6100 mAh battery easily lasts two full days
- 1-inch type main sensor captures outstanding low-light photos
- 2K LTPO display with 3200-nit brightness is class-leading
- 90W wired + 50W wireless charging is extremely fast
- Triple 50MP Leica camera system with 3x optical zoom
Cons
- Heavy at 213 g due to the large battery
- HyperOS software has ads and bloatware in some regions
- No 5x periscope — 3x telephoto is behind Samsung and Apple flagships
- Limited global market availability
Full Specifications
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A35 | Xiaomi 15 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14, One UI 6.1 | Android 15 (HyperOS 2) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 209 g | 213 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus+ | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| IP rating | IP67 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 161.7 x 78.0 x 8.2 mm | 161.3 x 75.0 x 8.35 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.44, OIS (1-inch type sensor) |
| Front camera | 13 MP, f/2.2 | 32 MP, f/2.0 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 8K@24fps, 4K@60fps |
| Telephoto | 5 MP macro | 50 MP, f/2.5, 3x optical zoom, OIS |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2 | 50 MP, f/2.2, 115-degree |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 6100 mAh |
| Charging | 25W wired | 90W wired |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.6 inches | 6.73 inches |
| Type | Super AMOLED | LTPO AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2340 x 1080 | 3200 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 1-120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1000 | 3200 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) | Octa-core (2x4.32 GHz + 6x3.53 GHz) |
| GPU | Mali-G68 MP5 | Adreno 830 |
| Chipset | Exynos 1380 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4 |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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