Realme 12+ vs Xiaomi 18 Fold

The Realme 12+ (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7050, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 53/100 (a 33-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 806,012); the Realme 12+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme 12+ by 33 points (86/100 vs 53/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Realme 12+

Performance 53
Display 79
Camera 35
Battery 53
Portability 66
Value for money —

Xiaomi 18 Fold

Performance 99
Display 79
Camera 85
Battery 75
Portability 64
Value for money 80

What makes Realme 12+ better?

  • Lighter: 190g vs 219g

  • Better portability (66/100 vs 64/100)

What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 806012
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 1061
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 2398
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (99/100 vs 53/100)
  • Better camera (85/100 vs 35/100)
  • Longer battery life (75/100 vs 53/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme 12+ vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 33 points higher (86/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 35/100). 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+ (99/100 vs 53/100). 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+ (85/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Realme 12+ (75/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12+ and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (66/100 vs 64/100).

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.

Specs comparison

Specification Realme 12+ Xiaomi 18 Fold
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7050 Xiaomi XRING O3
AnTuTu 806012 5228014
Geekbench Single 1061 3715
Geekbench Multi 2398 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 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, 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 190 g 219 g
Launch price — $1639

Camera comparison

Realme 12+

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
35
camera

Xiaomi 18 Fold

  • Main: 200MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
85
camera

Display comparison

Realme 12+

  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display

Xiaomi 18 Fold

  • 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1672x2364
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display

Battery and charging

Realme 12+

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
53
battery

Xiaomi 18 Fold

  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • Wireless: 50W
75
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Realme 12+ and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Realme 12+ MediaTek Dimensity 7050
53/100
806012 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 18 Fold Xiaomi XRING O3
86/100 +84.6%
5228014 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Realme 12+ by 84.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Realme 12+

Price unknown

Xiaomi 18 Fold

$1639

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme 12+ (99/100 vs 53/100).

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+ (85/100 vs 35/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Realme 12+ (75/100 vs 53/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Realme 12+ and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (66/100 vs 64/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Realme 12+ or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?

The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme 12+ by 33 points (86/100 vs 53/100).

What is the rating of the Realme 12+ and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?

The Realme 12+ has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme 12+ or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?

The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 35/100).

Which is more powerful: the Realme 12+ or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?

The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 53/100).

Should you choose the Realme 12+ 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.