Motorola Moto G05 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Motorola Moto G05 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Extreme, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 36/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 358,608); the Motorola Moto G05 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G05
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Motorola Moto G05 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 219g
- Overall rating 36/100
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G05 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 50 points higher (86/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 30/100). 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 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G05 (99/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G05 (79/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G05 (85/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G05 (75/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G05 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Extreme | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 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 | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.0×8.2 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G05
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G05
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G05
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G05 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Motorola Moto G05 by 93.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Motorola Moto G05
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G05 (99/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G05 (79/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G05 (85/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G05 (75/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G05 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G05 by 50 points (86/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G05 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Motorola Moto G05 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G05 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G05 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G05 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.