Huawei nova Flip vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Huawei nova Flip (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 52/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4400); 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 Flip is noticeably lighter (195g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova Flip
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Huawei nova Flip better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 219g
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (73/100 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 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 66W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova Flip 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 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip (99/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei nova Flip and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip (85/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip (75/100 vs 40/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova Flip is a bit better (73/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova Flip | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 8000 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 808658 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 909 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2399 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.9" Foldable LTPO OLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1136x2690 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 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 | 169.8×75.4×6.9 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova Flip
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova Flip
- 6.9" Foldable LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1136x2690
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova Flip
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei nova Flip and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Huawei nova Flip by 84.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Huawei nova Flip
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip (99/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei nova Flip and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip (85/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip (75/100 vs 40/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova Flip is a bit better (73/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova Flip or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip by 34 points (86/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova Flip and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Huawei nova Flip has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova Flip or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova Flip or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova Flip 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.