Samsung Galaxy M36 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Samsung Galaxy M36 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 51/100 (a 35-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 767,711); the Samsung Galaxy M36 is noticeably lighter (197g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M36
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Samsung Galaxy M36 better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 219g
- Overall rating 51/100
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 767711
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 2710
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M36 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 35 points higher (86/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 34/100). 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 M36 (99/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 (85/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M36 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1380 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 767711 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2710 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.7 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M36
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M36
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M36
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M36 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Samsung Galaxy M36 by 85.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy M36
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 (99/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 (85/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 (75/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M36 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 by 35 points (86/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M36 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy M36 has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M36 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M36 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M36 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.