Google Pixel 2 XL vs Xiaomi 18 Fold

The Google Pixel 2 XL (2017) runs on the Snapdragon 835, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3; launch prices were $849 and $1639. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 30/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3520); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 438,016); the Google Pixel 2 XL is noticeably lighter (175g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 XL by 56 points (86/100 vs 30/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Google Pixel 2 XL

Performance 33
Display 66
Camera 10
Battery 12
Portability 75
Value for money 0

Xiaomi 18 Fold

Performance 99
Display 79
Camera 85
Battery 75
Portability 64
Value for money 80

What makes Google Pixel 2 XL better?

  • Lighter: 175g vs 219g
  • Cheaper at launch: $849 vs $1639

  • Better portability (75/100 vs 64/100)

What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 438016
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 427
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 1500
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3520 mAh
  • Faster charging: 67W vs 11W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (99/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (85/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (75/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (79/100 vs 66/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 2 XL vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 56 points higher (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Google Pixel 2 XL — 0/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 XL (99/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (79/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 XL (85/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 XL (75/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 2 XL is a bit better (75/100 vs 64/100).

Xiaomi 18 Fold: 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.

Specs comparison

Specification Google Pixel 2 XL Xiaomi 18 Fold
Processor Snapdragon 835 Xiaomi XRING O3
AnTuTu 438016 5228014
Geekbench Single 427 3715
Geekbench Multi 1500 14213
Display 6.0" P-OLED 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1440x2880 1672x2364
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3520 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 11W 67W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 12 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 8.0 Android 16
Brightness (peak) — 4000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67 IP59
Dimensions 157.9×76.7×7.9 mm 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm
Weight 175 g 219 g
Launch price $849 $1639

Camera comparison

Google Pixel 2 XL

  • Main: 12MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
10
camera

Xiaomi 18 Fold

  • Main: 200MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
85
camera

Display comparison

Google Pixel 2 XL

  • 6.0" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1440x2880
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
66
display

Xiaomi 18 Fold

  • 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1672x2364
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display

Battery and charging

Google Pixel 2 XL

  • 3520 mAh
  • Wired: 11W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery

Xiaomi 18 Fold

  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • Wireless: 50W
75
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 2 XL and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 2 XL Snapdragon 835
30/100
438016 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 18 Fold Xiaomi XRING O3
86/100 +91.6%
5228014 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Google Pixel 2 XL by 91.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Google Pixel 2 XL

$849

Xiaomi 18 Fold

$1639

Launch price difference: $790. Google Pixel 2 XL was $790 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 XL (99/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (79/100 vs 66/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 XL (85/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 XL (75/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 2 XL is a bit better (75/100 vs 64/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Google Pixel 2 XL or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?

The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 XL by 56 points (86/100 vs 30/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 2 XL and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?

The Google Pixel 2 XL has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 2 XL or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?

The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 2 XL or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?

The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 2 XL over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?

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.