OnePlus Nord CE5 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Apex, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3; launch prices were $295 and $1639. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 61/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 1,696,968); the OnePlus Nord CE5 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord CE5
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes OnePlus Nord CE5 better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 67W
- Lighter: 199g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $295 vs $1639
- Overall rating 61/100
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 1696968
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 4313
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 68/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 25 points higher (86/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 35/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord CE5 — 62/100, Xiaomi 18 Fold — 80/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (99/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (85/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (75/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE5 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8350 Apex | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1696968 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1398 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4313 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.8" Fluid AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 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 / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1430 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $295 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 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 CE5
- 6.8" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord CE5 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads OnePlus Nord CE5 by 67.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1344. OnePlus Nord CE5 was $1344 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (99/100 vs 70/100).
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 OnePlus Nord CE5 (85/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (75/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 by 25 points (86/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE5 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 CE5 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 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.