Samsung Galaxy S10 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Samsung Galaxy S10 (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9820, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3; launch prices were $899 and $1639. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 42/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3400); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 744,321); the Samsung Galaxy S10 is noticeably lighter (157g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S10
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Samsung Galaxy S10 better?
- Lighter: 157g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $1639
- Better portability (85/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 744321
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 2710
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3400 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 9W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 22/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S10 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 44 points higher (86/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S10 — 0/100, Xiaomi 18 Fold — 80/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (99/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (79/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (85/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (75/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (85/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S10 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9820 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 744321 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2710 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.1" Dynamic AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3040x1440 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3400 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 9W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 157.6×74.1×7.8 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 157 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S10
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S10
- 6.1" Dynamic AMOLED
- Resolution: 3040x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S10
- 3400 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 9W
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S10 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Samsung Galaxy S10 by 85.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $740. Samsung Galaxy S10 was $740 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (99/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (79/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (85/100 vs 22/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (75/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (85/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S10 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 by 44 points (86/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S10 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy S10 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S10 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 22/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S10 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S10 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.