Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3; launch prices were $1099 and $1639. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 75/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3900); the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 3,034,849); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Lighter: 163g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $1099 vs $1639
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 3034849
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 2970
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 9490
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 11 points higher (86/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100, 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 is a bit better (99/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (85/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (75/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (97/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3034849 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2970 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9490 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge by 42.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $540. Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge was $540 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (99/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (85/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (75/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (97/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 73/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power 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.