Redmi A3 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Redmi A3 (2024) 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 21/100 (a 65-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 Redmi A3 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A3
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Redmi A3 better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 219g
- Overall rating 21/100
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 refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi A3 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 65 points higher (86/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 0/100). 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 A3 (99/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (79/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (85/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Redmi A3 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi A3 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 193858 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 781 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | — | |
| Main camera | — | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, MIUI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 168.3×76.3×8.3 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Redmi A3
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi A3
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi A3
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi A3 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Redmi A3 by 96.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi A3
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (99/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (79/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (85/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (75/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Redmi A3 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A3 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 by 65 points (86/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A3 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Redmi A3 has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A3 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A3 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A3 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.