Samsung Galaxy A05 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Samsung Galaxy A05 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 33/100 (a 53-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 348,562); the Xiaomi 18 Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A05 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A05 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A05
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Samsung Galaxy A05 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 219g
- Overall rating 33/100
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A05 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 53 points higher (86/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (99/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (79/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (85/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A05 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.7" | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.2×8.8 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A05
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A05
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A05
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A05 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Samsung Galaxy A05 by 93.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy A05
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (99/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (79/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (85/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (75/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 by 53 points (86/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A05 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy A05 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A05 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.