Realme 3 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Realme 3 (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P60, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 24/100 (a 62-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4230); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 314,537); the Xiaomi 18 Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 3 doesn't; the Realme 3 is noticeably lighter (175g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 3
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Realme 3 better?
- Lighter: 175g vs 219g
- Better portability (71/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 314537
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 341
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 779
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4230 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 20/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 27/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 3 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 62 points higher (86/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme 3 (99/100 vs 20/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme 3 (79/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme 3 (85/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme 3 (75/100 vs 27/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 3 is a bit better (71/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 3 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P60 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 314537 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 341 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 779 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.2" IPS LCD | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1520 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4230 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie); ColorOS 6 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 156.1×75.6×8.3 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 175 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Realme 3
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme 3
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1520
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 3
- 4230 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 3 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Realme 3 by 94.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 3
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme 3 (99/100 vs 20/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme 3 (79/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme 3 (85/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme 3 (75/100 vs 27/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 3 is a bit better (71/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 3 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme 3 by 62 points (86/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 3 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Realme 3 has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 3 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 3 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Realme 3 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.