Lava Virat Curve 5G vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Lava Virat Curve 5G (2026) runs on the Dimensity 7100, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 52/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 785,352).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Virat Curve 5G
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Lava Virat Curve 5G better?
- Overall rating 52/100
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 785352
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 995
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 2925
- Faster charging: 67W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Virat Curve 5G vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 34 points higher (86/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Lava Virat Curve 5G (99/100 vs 54/100). 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 Virat Curve 5G (85/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Lava Virat Curve 5G (75/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Virat Curve 5G | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7100 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 785352 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 995 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2925 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | — | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Lava Virat Curve 5G
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Virat Curve 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 Virat Curve 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Virat Curve 5G and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Lava Virat Curve 5G by 85.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Lava Virat Curve 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Lava Virat Curve 5G (99/100 vs 54/100).
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 Virat Curve 5G (85/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Lava Virat Curve 5G (75/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Virat Curve 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Lava Virat Curve 5G by 34 points (86/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Virat Curve 5G and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Lava Virat Curve 5G has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Virat Curve 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Virat Curve 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Lava Virat Curve 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.