Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3; launch prices were $999 and $1639. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 73/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3582); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 1,782,199); the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1639
- Better camera (86/100 vs 85/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 1782199
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 3400
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 8300
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3582 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 85/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 24/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 13 points higher (86/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro — 56/100, Xiaomi 18 Fold — 80/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (86/100 vs 85/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (75/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8300 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3582 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.3 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 3582 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro by 65.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $640. Apple iPhone 16 Pro was $640 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (86/100 vs 85/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (75/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16 Pro — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 18 Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.