Vivo S16 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Vivo S16 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 59/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 1,010,069); the Vivo S16 is noticeably lighter (182g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S16
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Vivo S16 better?
- Lighter: 182g vs 219g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4600 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 66W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S16 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 27 points higher (86/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo S16 (99/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo S16 (85/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo S16 (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S16 is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S16 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1010069 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1298 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3520 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, Origin OS 3 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Vivo S16
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo S16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo S16
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo S16 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Vivo S16 by 80.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo S16
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo S16 (99/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo S16 (85/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo S16 (75/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S16 is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S16 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo S16 by 27 points (86/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo S16 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Vivo S16 has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S16 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S16 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S16 over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Vivo S16 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.