Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6; launch prices were $999 and $845. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads — 92/100 vs 47/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (4,888,150 vs 1,135,878); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 203g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
Xiaomi 18 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 203g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4888150 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 4301 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12490 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 10W
- Cheaper at launch: $845 vs $999
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 19/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro, the Xiaomi 18 Pro scores 45 points higher (92/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (100/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (87/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 — 4/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro — 98/100; 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 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (100/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (87/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro (76/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 | Xiaomi 18 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 4888150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 4301 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 12490 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2640x1080 | 1120x2436 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3300 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 151.8×72.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $845 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2640x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1120x2436
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 10W
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and Xiaomi 18 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 by 76.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $154. Xiaomi 18 Pro was $154 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (100/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (100/100 vs 16/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (87/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro (76/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 by 45 points (92/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro leads on camera score (100/100 vs 16/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 over the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 18 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.