Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6; launch prices were $1999 and $845. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads — 92/100 vs 70/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (4,888,150 vs 2,814,251).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Xiaomi 18 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Overall rating 70/100
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4888150 vs 2814251
- Better Geekbench Single: 4301 vs 3639
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12490 vs 11047
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 203g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $845 vs $1999
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 93/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro, the Xiaomi 18 Pro scores 22 points higher (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (87/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 48/100, 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 is a bit better (100/100 vs 93/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Xiaomi 18 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2814251 | 4888150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 4301 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 12490 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 1120x2436 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 151.8×72.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $845 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1120x2436
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Xiaomi 18 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by 42.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1154. Xiaomi 18 Pro was $1154 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (100/100 vs 93/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (100/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (87/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by 22 points (92/100 vs 70/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro leads on camera score (100/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 93/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power 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.