Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $1799 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 48/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 1,135,878); the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (235g vs 271g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 better?
- Overall rating 48/100
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 10W
- Lighter: 235g vs 271g
- Cheaper at launch: $986 vs $1799
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (33/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 44 points higher (92/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 — 4/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 96/100; 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 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (92/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (33/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 12873 | |
| Display | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2208x1768 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 271 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2208x1768
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 10W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 by 77.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $813. Xiaomi 18 Pro Max was $813 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (100/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (100/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (92/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (33/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 by 44 points (92/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.