Apple iPhone 16 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3; launch prices were $799 and $1639. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 68/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Lighter: 170g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1639
- Better portability (79/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 3100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 7700
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3561 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 84/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 18 points higher (86/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, 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 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (79/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (85/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (75/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (79/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Apple iPhone 16 by 62.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $840. Apple iPhone 16 was $840 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (99/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (79/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (85/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (75/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (79/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. 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.