Poco C40 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Poco C40 (2022) runs on the JLQ, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 31/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Poco C40 is noticeably lighter (204g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C40
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Poco C40 better?
- Lighter: 204g vs 219g
- Overall rating 31/100
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Faster charging: 67W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (85/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 39/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco C40 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 55 points higher (86/100 vs 31/100). 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 51/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (79/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (85/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Poco C40 (75/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Poco C40 (64/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco C40 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | JLQ | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, MIUI 13 for POCO | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 169.6×76.6×9.2 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Poco C40
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco C40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco C40
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Poco C40
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (79/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (85/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Poco C40 (75/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Poco C40 (64/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C40 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Poco C40 by 55 points (86/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C40 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Poco C40 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C40 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Poco C40 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.