Samsung Galaxy M56 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Samsung Galaxy M56 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1480, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 55/100 (a 31-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 1,021,736); the Xiaomi 18 Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy M56 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy M56 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M56
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Samsung Galaxy M56 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 219g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 1021736
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 1137
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 3437
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M56 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 31 points higher (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 60/100). 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 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M56 (99/100 vs 60/100). 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 M56 (85/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M56 (75/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M56 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (80/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M56 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1480 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1021736 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1137 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3437 | 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 | 45W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.3×7.2 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M56
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M56
- 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 M56
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M56 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Samsung Galaxy M56 by 80.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy M56
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M56 (99/100 vs 60/100).
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 M56 (85/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M56 (75/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M56 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (80/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M56 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M56 by 31 points (86/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M56 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy M56 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M56 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 M56 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M56 over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy M56 is a better fit for active users. 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.