Vivo V23e vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Vivo V23e (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, 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 4050); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 493,222); the Xiaomi 18 Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo V23e doesn't; the Vivo V23e is noticeably lighter (172g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo V23e
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Vivo V23e better?
- Lighter: 172g 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 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 674
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 1793
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4050 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 28/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo V23e 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 40/100). 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 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo V23e (99/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo V23e is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo V23e (85/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo V23e (75/100 vs 28/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V23e notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (83/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo V23e | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 674 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1793 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4050 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 44W | 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 / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, Funtouch 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×74.3×7.4 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 172 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Vivo V23e
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo V23e
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo V23e
- 4050 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo V23e and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Vivo V23e by 90.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo V23e
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo V23e (99/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo V23e is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo V23e (85/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo V23e (75/100 vs 28/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V23e notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (83/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo V23e or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo V23e by 37 points (86/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo V23e and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Vivo V23e has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo V23e or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo V23e or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Vivo V23e 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.