Realme 12 Lite vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Realme 12 Lite (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 42/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 476,175); the Realme 12 Lite is noticeably lighter (185g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12 Lite
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Realme 12 Lite better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 219g
- Better portability (72/100 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
- Faster charging: 67W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 Lite vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 44 points higher (86/100 vs 42/100). 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 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (99/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (79/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (85/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (75/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Lite is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 Lite | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, Realme UI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.4×7.6 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12 Lite
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme 12 Lite
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12 Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 Lite and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Realme 12 Lite by 90.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 12 Lite
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (99/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (79/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (85/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (75/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Lite is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 Lite or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite by 44 points (86/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 Lite and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Realme 12 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 Lite or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 Lite or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 Lite 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.