Infinix Note 12i vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Infinix Note 12i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 35/100 (a 51-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 348,562); the Xiaomi 18 Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Note 12i doesn't; the Infinix Note 12i is noticeably lighter (198g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 12i
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Infinix Note 12i better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 219g
- Overall rating 35/100
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Note 12i vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 51 points higher (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 30/100). 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 12i (99/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (79/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (85/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (75/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Note 12i | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 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 | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 Snow Cone | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 170.7×77.4×8.3 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 12i
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Infinix Note 12i
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Note 12i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Note 12i and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Infinix Note 12i by 93.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Infinix Note 12i
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (99/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (79/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (85/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (75/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Note 12i or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i by 51 points (86/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 12i and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Infinix Note 12i has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 12i or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Note 12i or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 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.