Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3; launch prices were $999 and $1639. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 64/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 1,746,199); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1639
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 1746199
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3700 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 24/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 22 points higher (86/100 vs 64/100). 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 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 — 38/100, 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 Z Flip5 (99/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 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 Z Flip5 (85/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (75/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1746199 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2640x1080 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 127 | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 165.1×71.9×6.9 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2640x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 by 66.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $640. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 was $640 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (99/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 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 Z Flip5 (85/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (75/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 by 22 points (86/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 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.