Realme Narzo 50 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Realme Narzo 50 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 43/100 (a 43-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 493,222); the Xiaomi 18 Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme Narzo 50 doesn't; the Realme Narzo 50 is noticeably lighter (194g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Narzo 50
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Realme Narzo 50 better?
- Lighter: 194g vs 219g
- Overall rating 43/100
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 674
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 1793
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Narzo 50 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 43 points higher (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (99/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (79/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (85/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (75/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Narzo 50 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 674 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1793 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 164.1×75.5×8.5 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 194 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Realme Narzo 50
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme Narzo 50
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Narzo 50
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Narzo 50 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Realme Narzo 50 by 90.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme Narzo 50
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (99/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (79/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (85/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (75/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Narzo 50 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 by 43 points (86/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Narzo 50 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Realme Narzo 50 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Narzo 50 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Narzo 50 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Realme Narzo 50 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.