Google Pixel 3 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Google Pixel 3 (2018) runs on the Snapdragon 845, 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 34/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 2915); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 572,788); the Google Pixel 3 is noticeably lighter (148g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 3
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Google Pixel 3 better?
- Lighter: 148g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1639
- Better portability (84/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 572788
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 566
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 2130
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 2915 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 5W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 18/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 3 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 52 points higher (86/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 41/100). 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 18/100). Value score: Google Pixel 3 — 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 3 (99/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (79/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (85/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (75/100 vs 18/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (84/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 3 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 845 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 572788 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 566 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2130 | 14213 | |
| Display | 5.5" P-OLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2160 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2915 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 5W | 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 9.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 145.6×68.2×7.9 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 148 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 3
- 5.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2160
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 3
- 2915 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 3 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Google Pixel 3 by 89.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $840. Google Pixel 3 was $840 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (99/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (79/100 vs 59/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (85/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (75/100 vs 18/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (84/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 3 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 by 52 points (86/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 3 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Google Pixel 3 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 3 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 3 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 3 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.