Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, 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 74/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 2,827,538); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Lighter: 162g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1639
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 2827538
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 2880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 9100
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 77/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 12 points higher (86/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 89/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100, 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 89/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (85/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (75/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (89/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 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 S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Samsung Galaxy S26 by 45.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $840. Samsung Galaxy S26 was $840 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (85/100 vs 77/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (75/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (89/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S26 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 77/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 89/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 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.