Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3; launch prices were $1099 and $1639. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 74/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5060); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 1,672,795); the Xiaomi 18 Fold is thinner (5.0mm vs 8.5mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
- Cheaper at launch: $1099 vs $1639
- Better camera (88/100 vs 85/100)
- Better display (86/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 1672795
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 37W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 23W
- Lighter: 219g vs 221g
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 74/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 57/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 12 points higher (86/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — 58/100, 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 Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (99/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (86/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (88/100 vs 85/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (75/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (64/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1672795 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 68.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $540. Google Pixel 9 Pro XL was $540 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (99/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (86/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (88/100 vs 85/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (75/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (64/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active 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.