Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3; launch prices were $799 and $1639. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 66/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 1,656,761); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1639
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 1656761
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 20 points higher (86/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S23 — 46/100, 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (99/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (85/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (75/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (83/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1656761 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 68.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $840. Samsung Galaxy S23 was $840 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (99/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (85/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (75/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (83/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 by 20 points (86/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 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.