Samsung Galaxy S8+ vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Samsung Galaxy S8+ (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 8895, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3; launch prices were $840 and $1639. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 28/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 435,852); the Samsung Galaxy S8+ is noticeably lighter (173g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S8+
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Samsung Galaxy S8+ better?
- Lighter: 173g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $840 vs $1639
- Better portability (74/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 435852
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 1445
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S8+ vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 58 points higher (86/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S8+ — 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 S8+ (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (79/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (85/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (75/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S8+ is a bit better (74/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S8+ | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 8895 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 435852 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1445 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.2" AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 159.5×73.4×8.1 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 173 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $840 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S8+
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S8+
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S8+
- 3500 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S8+ and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Samsung Galaxy S8+ by 91.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $799. Samsung Galaxy S8+ was $799 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (99/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (79/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (85/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (75/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S8+ is a bit better (74/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S8+ or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ by 58 points (86/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S8+ and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy S8+ has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S8+ or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S8+ or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S8+ 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.