Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3; launch prices were $1799 and $1639. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 48/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 1,135,878); the Xiaomi 18 Fold is noticeably lighter (219g vs 271g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 better?
- Overall rating 48/100
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 10W
- Lighter: 219g vs 271g
- Cheaper at launch: $1639 vs $1799
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 38 points higher (86/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 — 4/100, 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 Z Fold3 (99/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 are nearly equal (79/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (85/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (75/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (64/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 14213 | |
| Display | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2208x1768 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 271 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2208x1768
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 10W
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 by 78.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $160. Xiaomi 18 Fold was $160 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (99/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 are nearly equal (79/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (85/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (75/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (64/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 by 38 points (86/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 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.