OnePlus Nord 3 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The OnePlus Nord 3 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 60/100 (a 26-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 1,542,660); the OnePlus Nord 3 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 3
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes OnePlus Nord 3 better?
- Faster charging: 80W vs 67W
- Lighter: 193g vs 219g
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 1542660
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 1693
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 4384
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 3 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 26 points higher (86/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (99/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (85/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the OnePlus Nord 3 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 3 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1542660 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1693 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4384 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.7" Fluid AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1240x2772 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, OxygenOS 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1450 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×75.1×8.2 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 3
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 3
- 6.7" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1240x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 3
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord 3 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads OnePlus Nord 3 by 70.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
OnePlus Nord 3
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (99/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (85/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (75/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the OnePlus Nord 3 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 by 26 points (86/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The OnePlus Nord 3 has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 3 over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The OnePlus Nord 3 is a better fit for active users. 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.