Infinix Smart 9 HD vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Infinix Smart 9 HD (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 31/100 (a 55-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 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Smart 9 HD doesn't; the Infinix Smart 9 HD is noticeably lighter (188g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Smart 9 HD
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Infinix Smart 9 HD better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 219g
- Overall rating 31/100
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (85/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Smart 9 HD vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 55 points higher (86/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 HD (79/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 HD (85/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 HD (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Infinix Smart 9 HD are nearly equal (64/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Smart 9 HD | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 (Go edition), XOS 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×77.1×8.4 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Smart 9 HD
- Main: 13MP f/1.9
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Infinix Smart 9 HD
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Smart 9 HD
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix Smart 9 HD
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 HD (79/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 HD (85/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 HD (75/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Infinix Smart 9 HD are nearly equal (64/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Smart 9 HD or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 HD by 55 points (86/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Smart 9 HD and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Infinix Smart 9 HD has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Smart 9 HD or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Smart 9 HD 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.