Realme GT 5G vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Realme GT 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 57/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 1,135,878); the Realme GT 5G is noticeably lighter (186g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 5G
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Realme GT 5G better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 219g
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 5G vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 29 points higher (86/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme GT 5G (99/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 5G and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme GT 5G (85/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme GT 5G (75/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Realme GT 5G are nearly equal (64/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 5G | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.4" Super AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, Realme UI 2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 158.5×73.3×8.4 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 5G
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 5G
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 5G
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 5G and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Realme GT 5G by 78.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme GT 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme GT 5G (99/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 5G and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme GT 5G (85/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme GT 5G (75/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Realme GT 5G are nearly equal (64/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme GT 5G by 29 points (86/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 5G and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Realme GT 5G has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 5G over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Realme GT 5G is a better fit for active users. 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.