Huawei nova 13 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Huawei nova 13 (2024) runs on the Kirin 8000, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 56/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 808,658); the Huawei nova 13 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova 13
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Huawei nova 13 better?
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Lighter: 195g vs 219g
- Better display (80/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 808658
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 909
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 2399
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova 13 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 30 points higher (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 13 (99/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei nova 13 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 13 (85/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Huawei nova 13 (75/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 13 is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova 13 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 8000 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 808658 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 909 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2399 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1084x2412 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 60 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | — | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 4.2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×75.3×7.0 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 60MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova 13
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1084x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova 13
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei nova 13 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Huawei nova 13 by 84.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Huawei nova 13
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 13 (99/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei nova 13 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 13 (85/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Huawei nova 13 (75/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 13 is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova 13 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 13 by 30 points (86/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 13 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Huawei nova 13 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 13 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova 13 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 13 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.