Lava Bold 5G vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Lava Bold 5G (2025) runs on the Dimensity 6300, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 49/100 (a 37-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 528,398); the Lava Bold 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Bold 5G
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Lava Bold 5G better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 219g
- Overall rating 49/100
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Bold 5G vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 37 points higher (86/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 40/100). 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 Bold 5G (99/100 vs 43/100). 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 Bold 5G (85/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Lava Bold 5G (75/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Bold 5G | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 6300 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 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 | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×73.8×8.4 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Lava Bold 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Bold 5G
- 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 Bold 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Bold 5G and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Lava Bold 5G by 89.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Lava Bold 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Lava Bold 5G (99/100 vs 43/100).
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 Bold 5G (85/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Lava Bold 5G (75/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Bold 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Lava Bold 5G by 37 points (86/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Bold 5G and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Lava Bold 5G has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Bold 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Bold 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Lava Bold 5G 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.