Infinix Hot 12i vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Infinix Hot 12i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 26/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 155,362); the Xiaomi 18 Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 12i doesn't; the Infinix Hot 12i is noticeably lighter (190g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 12i
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Infinix Hot 12i better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 219g
- Overall rating 26/100
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 486
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 39/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12i vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 60 points higher (86/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (99/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (79/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (85/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (75/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12i | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio A22 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 155362 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 486 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, XOS 7.6 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×76.4×8.8 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 12i
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 12i
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 12i
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 12i and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Infinix Hot 12i by 97.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix Hot 12i
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (99/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (79/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (85/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (75/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 12i or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i by 60 points (86/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12i and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Infinix Hot 12i has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 12i or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 12i or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12i 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.