Samsung Galaxy A90 5G vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Samsung Galaxy A90 5G (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 50/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 824,513); the Xiaomi 18 Fold is thinner (5.0mm vs 8.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Samsung Galaxy A90 5G better?
- Lighter: 206g vs 219g
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 34/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 36 points higher (86/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G (99/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G (85/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G (75/100 vs 34/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A90 5G | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 824513 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 968 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2731 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie); One UI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×76.4×8.4 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
- Main: 48MP f/2.0
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A90 5G and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Samsung Galaxy A90 5G by 84.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G (99/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G (85/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G (75/100 vs 34/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G by 36 points (86/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy A90 5G has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G 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.