Lava Blaze Curve vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Lava Blaze Curve (2024) runs on the Dimensity 7050, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 54/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 806,012); the Xiaomi 18 Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Blaze Curve doesn't; the Lava Blaze Curve is noticeably lighter (189g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Blaze Curve
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Lava Blaze Curve better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 219g
- Overall rating 54/100
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 806012
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 2398
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 46/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Blaze Curve vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 32 points higher (86/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 48/100). 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 Lava Blaze Curve (99/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (85/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (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 | Lava Blaze Curve | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7050 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 806012 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1061 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2398 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 161.8×74.0×8.8 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Lava Blaze Curve
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Blaze Curve
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Blaze Curve
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Blaze Curve and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Lava Blaze Curve by 84.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Lava Blaze Curve
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (99/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (85/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (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 Lava Blaze Curve or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve by 32 points (86/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Blaze Curve and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Lava Blaze Curve has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Blaze Curve or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Blaze Curve or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Lava Blaze Curve 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.