Redmi A2 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Redmi A2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, 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 5000); the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 193,858); the Xiaomi 18 Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A2 doesn't; the Redmi A2 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A2
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Redmi A2 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 219g
- Overall rating 26/100
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 193858
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 781
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 10W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 11/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 39/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi A2 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 11/100). 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 Redmi A2 (99/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 (79/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi A2 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 193858 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 781 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | — | 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 12 (Go edition), MIUI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 164.9×76.8×9.1 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Redmi A2
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi A2
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi A2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi A2 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Redmi A2 by 96.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi A2
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 (99/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 (79/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 (75/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A2 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 by 60 points (86/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A2 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Redmi A2 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A2 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A2 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.