Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3; launch prices were $1299 and $1639. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 80/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5567); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 3,434,654); the Xiaomi 18 Fold is noticeably lighter (219g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4772 vs 3715
- Cheaper at launch: $1299 vs $1639
- Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 3434654
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 12989
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5567 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 219g vs 249g
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 97/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 6 points higher (86/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 71/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, 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 and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (99/100 vs 97/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (85/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (75/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (64/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3434654 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4772 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12989 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max by 34.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $340. Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max was $340 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (99/100 vs 97/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (85/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (75/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (64/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold edges out the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max 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.