Realme Narzo N61 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold

The Realme Narzo N61 (2024) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T612, 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 32 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme Narzo N61 doesn't; the Realme Narzo N61 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo N61 by 58 points (86/100 vs 28/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Realme Narzo N61

Performance 16
Display 43
Camera 20
Battery 43
Portability 68
Value for money —

Xiaomi 18 Fold

Performance 99
Display 79
Camera 85
Battery 75
Portability 64
Value for money 80

What makes Realme Narzo N61 better?

  • Lighter: 187g vs 219g

  • Better portability (68/100 vs 64/100)

What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?

  • Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 360
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 1250
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 67W vs 10W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 32MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (99/100 vs 16/100)
  • Better camera (85/100 vs 20/100)
  • Longer battery life (75/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (79/100 vs 43/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme Narzo N61 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 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 20/100). 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 Narzo N61 (99/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo N61 (79/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo N61 (85/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo N61 (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo N61 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (68/100 vs 64/100).

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.

Specs comparison

Specification Realme Narzo N61 Xiaomi 18 Fold
Processor Unisoc Tiger T612 Xiaomi XRING O3
AnTuTu — 5228014
Geekbench Single 360 3715
Geekbench Multi 1250 14213
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 1672x2364
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 10W 67W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 32 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 560 nits 4000 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP54 IP59
Dimensions 167.3×76.7×7.8 mm 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm
Weight 187 g 219 g
Launch price — $1639

Camera comparison

Realme Narzo N61

  • Main: 32MP f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
20
camera

Xiaomi 18 Fold

  • Main: 200MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
85
camera

Display comparison

Realme Narzo N61

  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display

Xiaomi 18 Fold

  • 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1672x2364
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display

Battery and charging

Realme Narzo N61

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery

Xiaomi 18 Fold

  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • Wireless: 50W
75
battery

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Realme Narzo N61

Price unknown

Xiaomi 18 Fold

$1639

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo N61 (99/100 vs 16/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo N61 (79/100 vs 43/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo N61 (85/100 vs 20/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo N61 (75/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo N61 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (68/100 vs 64/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Realme Narzo N61 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?

The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo N61 by 58 points (86/100 vs 28/100).

What is the rating of the Realme Narzo N61 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?

The Realme Narzo N61 has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme Narzo N61 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?

The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 20/100).

Which is more powerful: the Realme Narzo N61 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?

The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 16/100).

Should you choose the Realme Narzo N61 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.