TCL 50 XE vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The TCL 50 XE (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 40/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5010); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 513,809); the TCL 50 XE is noticeably lighter (185g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 50 XE
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes TCL 50 XE better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 219g
- Better portability (65/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5010 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 50 XE vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 46 points higher (86/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (99/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (79/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (85/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 XE and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (65/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 50 XE | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5010 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 164.1×75.0×8.3 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
TCL 50 XE
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
TCL 50 XE
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 50 XE
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 50 XE and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads TCL 50 XE by 90.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
TCL 50 XE
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (99/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (79/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (85/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (75/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 XE and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (65/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 50 XE or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE by 46 points (86/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 50 XE and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The TCL 50 XE has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 50 XE or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 50 XE or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the TCL 50 XE over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
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.