Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio P60, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 22/100 (a 64-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3060); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 314,537); the Xiaomi 18 Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) doesn't; the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) is noticeably lighter (160g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5)
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 219g
- Better portability (82/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 314537
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 341
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 779
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3060 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 20/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 64 points higher (86/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) (99/100 vs 20/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) (79/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) (85/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) (75/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (82/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P60 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 314537 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 341 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 779 | 14213 | |
| Display | 5.9" IPS LCD | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1520 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3060 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie); Android One | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 149.5×72.0×8.1 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5)
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5)
- 5.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1520
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5)
- 3060 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) by 94.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5)
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) (99/100 vs 20/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) (79/100 vs 41/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) (85/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) (75/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (82/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) by 64 points (86/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) 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.