Vivo V21e vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Vivo V21e (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 49/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 517,460); the Vivo V21e is noticeably lighter (171g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo V21e
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Vivo V21e better?
- Lighter: 171g vs 219g
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 25/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo V21e vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 37 points higher (86/100 vs 49/100). 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 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo V21e (99/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo V21e is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo V21e (85/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo V21e (75/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V21e notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (83/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo V21e | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 517460 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1762 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 44 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, Funtouch 11.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 430 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 161.2×74.4×7.4 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 171 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Vivo V21e
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo V21e
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo V21e
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo V21e and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Vivo V21e by 90.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo V21e
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo V21e (99/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo V21e is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo V21e (85/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo V21e (75/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V21e notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (83/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo V21e or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo V21e by 37 points (86/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo V21e and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Vivo V21e has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo V21e or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo V21e or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Vivo V21e 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.