Samsung Galaxy M16 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold

The Samsung Galaxy M16 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 45/100 (a 41-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 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy M16 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 by 41 points (86/100 vs 45/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Samsung Galaxy M16

Performance 43
Display 67
Camera 33
Battery 44
Portability 65
Value for money —

Xiaomi 18 Fold

Performance 99
Display 79
Camera 85
Battery 75
Portability 64
Value for money 80

What makes Samsung Galaxy M16 better?

  • Lighter: 191g vs 219g

  • Better portability (65/100 vs 64/100)

What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 528398
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 771
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 1980
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 67W vs 25W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (99/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better camera (85/100 vs 33/100)
  • Longer battery life (75/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better display (79/100 vs 67/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M16 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 41 points higher (86/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 33/100). 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 M16 (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (79/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (85/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (65/100 vs 64/100).

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.

Specs comparison

Specification Samsung Galaxy M16 Xiaomi 18 Fold
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6300 Xiaomi XRING O3
AnTuTu 528398 5228014
Geekbench Single 771 3715
Geekbench Multi 1980 14213
Display 6.7" Super AMOLED 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2340 1672x2364
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 25W 67W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 5 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 800 nits 4000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP59
Dimensions 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm
Weight 191 g 219 g
Launch price — $1639

Camera comparison

Samsung Galaxy M16

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 13MP
33
camera

Xiaomi 18 Fold

  • Main: 200MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
85
camera

Display comparison

Samsung Galaxy M16

  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
67
display

Xiaomi 18 Fold

  • 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1672x2364
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display

Battery and charging

Samsung Galaxy M16

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery

Xiaomi 18 Fold

  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • Wireless: 50W
75
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy M16 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy M16 MediaTek Dimensity 6300
45/100
528398 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 18 Fold Xiaomi XRING O3
86/100 +89.9%
5228014 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Samsung Galaxy M16 by 89.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Samsung Galaxy M16

Price unknown

Xiaomi 18 Fold

$1639

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (99/100 vs 43/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (79/100 vs 67/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (85/100 vs 33/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (75/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (65/100 vs 64/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M16 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?

The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 by 41 points (86/100 vs 45/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M16 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?

The Samsung Galaxy M16 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M16 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?

The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 33/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M16 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?

The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 43/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M16 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.