Poco F6 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Poco F6 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3; launch prices were $290 and $1639. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 63/100 (a 23-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 1,784,363); the Poco F6 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F6
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Poco F6 better?
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Lighter: 179g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $290 vs $1639
- Better display (83/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 1784363
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 1930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 5017
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F6 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 23 points higher (86/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Poco F6 — 66/100, 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 Poco F6 (99/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F6 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (83/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Poco F6 (85/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Poco F6 (75/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F6 is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F6 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1784363 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1930 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5017 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 / HyperOS | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2400 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.0 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $290 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Poco F6
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco F6
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F6
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F6 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Poco F6 by 65.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1349. Poco F6 was $1349 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Poco F6 (99/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F6 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (83/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Poco F6 (85/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Poco F6 (75/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F6 is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F6 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Poco F6 by 23 points (86/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F6 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Poco F6 has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F6 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F6 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Poco F6 over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Poco F6 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.