Apple iPhone 17 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, 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 76/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Lighter: 177g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1639
- Better camera (86/100 vs 85/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 3608
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 88/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 10 points higher (86/100 vs 76/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 88/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, 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 88/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 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 17 (75/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (73/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO 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 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Apple iPhone 17 by 58.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $840. Apple iPhone 17 was $840 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (99/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 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 17 (75/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (73/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 17 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 88/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Apple iPhone 17 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.