Realme U1 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Realme U1 (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio P70, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 26/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3500); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 303,398); the Xiaomi 18 Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme U1 doesn't; the Realme U1 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme U1
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Realme U1 better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 219g
- Better portability (79/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 303398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 341
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 779
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3500 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 20/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme U1 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 60 points higher (86/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme U1 (99/100 vs 20/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Realme U1 (79/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme U1 (85/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme U1 (75/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme U1 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (79/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme U1 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P70 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 303398 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 341 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 779 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPS IPS LCD | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 25 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.1 (Oreo); ColorOS 5.2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×74.0×8.0 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Realme U1
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 25MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme U1
- 6.3" LTPS IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme U1
- 3500 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme U1 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Realme U1 by 94.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme U1
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme U1 (99/100 vs 20/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Realme U1 (79/100 vs 58/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme U1 (85/100 vs 16/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme U1 (75/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme U1 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (79/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme U1 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Realme U1 by 60 points (86/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Realme U1 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Realme U1 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme U1 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 16/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme U1 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Realme U1 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.