Realme 12 4G vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Realme 12 4G (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 45/100 (a 41-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 476,175); the Realme 12 4G is noticeably lighter (187g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12 4G
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Realme 12 4G better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 219g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 4G vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 41 points higher (86/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme 12 4G (99/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme 12 4G (85/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Realme 12 4G (75/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 4G and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (68/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 4G | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme 12 4G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 4G and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Realme 12 4G by 90.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 12 4G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme 12 4G (99/100 vs 34/100).
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 Realme 12 4G (85/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Realme 12 4G (75/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 4G and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (68/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 4G or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme 12 4G by 41 points (86/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 4G and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Realme 12 4G has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 4G or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 4G or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 4G 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.