Lava Play Max vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Lava Play Max (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 48/100 (a 38-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 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Max
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Lava Play Max better?
- Overall rating 48/100
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 2918
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Max vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 38 points higher (86/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 55/100). 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 Lava Play Max (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (79/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Lava Play Max (85/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Lava Play Max (75/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Max | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 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 | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | — | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Max
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Max
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Max
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Max and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Lava Play Max by 83.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Lava Play Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Lava Play Max (99/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (79/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Lava Play Max (85/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Lava Play Max (75/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Max or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Lava Play Max by 38 points (86/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Play Max and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Lava Play Max has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Max or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Max or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Max 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.