TCL 50 XL NxtPaper vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (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 45/100 (a 41-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 XL NxtPaper is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 50 XL NxtPaper
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes TCL 50 XL NxtPaper better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 219g
- Overall rating 45/100
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 performance (99/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 41 points higher (86/100 vs 45/100). 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 39/100). 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 XL NxtPaper (99/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (79/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (85/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 50 XL NxtPaper | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 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 | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 167.6×75.5×8.2 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
TCL 50 XL NxtPaper
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
TCL 50 XL NxtPaper
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 50 XL NxtPaper
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 50 XL NxtPaper and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads TCL 50 XL NxtPaper by 90.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (99/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (79/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (85/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (75/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper by 41 points (86/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The TCL 50 XL NxtPaper has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper 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.