Honor X9a vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Honor X9a (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 52/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 592,015); the Honor X9a is noticeably lighter (175g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X9a
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Honor X9a better?
- Lighter: 175g vs 219g
- Better portability (75/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X9a vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 34 points higher (86/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Honor X9a (99/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Honor X9a (85/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Honor X9a (75/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X9a is a bit better (75/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X9a | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, Magic UI 6.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 161.6×73.9×7.9 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 175 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Honor X9a
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Honor X9a
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X9a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Honor X9a and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Honor X9a by 88.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Honor X9a
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Honor X9a (99/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Honor X9a (85/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Honor X9a (75/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X9a is a bit better (75/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X9a or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Honor X9a by 34 points (86/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X9a and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Honor X9a has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X9a or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X9a or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Honor X9a 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.