Infinix Note 12 G96 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Infinix Note 12 G96 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 46/100 (a 40-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 493,222); the Xiaomi 18 Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Note 12 G96 doesn't; the Infinix Note 12 G96 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 12 G96
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Infinix Note 12 G96 better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 219g
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 674
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 1793
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Note 12 G96 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 40 points higher (86/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (99/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Infinix Note 12 G96 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (85/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (75/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12 G96 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (68/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Note 12 G96 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 674 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1793 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10.6 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×76.8×8.0 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 12 G96
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Infinix Note 12 G96
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Note 12 G96
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Note 12 G96 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Infinix Note 12 G96 by 90.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Infinix Note 12 G96
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (99/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Infinix Note 12 G96 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (85/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (75/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12 G96 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (68/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Note 12 G96 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 by 40 points (86/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 12 G96 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Infinix Note 12 G96 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 12 G96 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Note 12 G96 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 12 G96 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.