Huawei nova 5z vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Huawei nova 5z (2019) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 810, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 42/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 565,851); the Xiaomi 18 Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Huawei nova 5z doesn't; the Huawei nova 5z is noticeably lighter (178g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova 5z
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Huawei nova 5z better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 219g
- Better portability (69/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 565851
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 797
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 2120
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova 5z vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 44 points higher (86/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 5z (99/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Huawei nova 5z (79/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 5z (85/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 5z (75/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 5z is a bit better (69/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova 5z | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 810 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 565851 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 797 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2120 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPS IPS LCD | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 156.1×73.9×8.3 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova 5z
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova 5z
- 6.3" LTPS IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova 5z
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei nova 5z and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Huawei nova 5z by 89.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Huawei nova 5z
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 5z (99/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Huawei nova 5z (79/100 vs 58/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 5z (85/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 5z (75/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 5z is a bit better (69/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova 5z or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 5z by 44 points (86/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 5z and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Huawei nova 5z has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 5z or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova 5z or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 5z 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.