Realme 9i 5G vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Realme 9i 5G (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 810, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 40/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 569,913); the Xiaomi 18 Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 9i 5G doesn't; the Realme 9i 5G is noticeably lighter (187g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 9i 5G
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Realme 9i 5G better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 219g
- Better portability (65/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 569913
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 684
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 23/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 9i 5G vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 46 points higher (86/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme 9i 5G (99/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Realme 9i 5G (79/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme 9i 5G (85/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme 9i 5G (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 9i 5G and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (65/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 9i 5G | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 810 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 569913 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 684 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 75 | — | |
| Main camera | — | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×75.1×8.1 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Realme 9i 5G
- Main: —
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme 9i 5G
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 9i 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 9i 5G and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Realme 9i 5G by 89.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme 9i 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme 9i 5G (99/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Realme 9i 5G (79/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme 9i 5G (85/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme 9i 5G (75/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 9i 5G and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (65/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 9i 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme 9i 5G by 46 points (86/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 9i 5G and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Realme 9i 5G has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 9i 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 23/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 9i 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Realme 9i 5G 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.