Realme C3 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Realme C3 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio G70, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 28/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 317,084); the Xiaomi 18 Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C3 doesn't; the Realme C3 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C3
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Realme C3 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 219g
- Overall rating 28/100
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 317084
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 417
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 1345
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 38/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C3 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 58 points higher (86/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 10/100). 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 C3 (99/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme C3 (79/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme C3 (85/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme C3 (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C3 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G70 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 317084 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 417 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1345 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1560 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10.0; realme UI 1.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×75.0×9.0 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Realme C3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme C3
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1560
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C3
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C3 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Realme C3 by 93.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme C3
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme C3 (99/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme C3 (79/100 vs 38/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme C3 (85/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme C3 (75/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C3 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme C3 by 58 points (86/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C3 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Realme C3 has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C3 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C3 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Realme C3 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.