Vivo X Fold5 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Vivo X Fold5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3; launch prices were $1160 and $1639. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 77/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 2,345,563).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X Fold5
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Vivo X Fold5 better?
- Faster charging: 80W vs 67W
- Lighter: 217g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $1160 vs $1639
- Longer battery life (76/100 vs 75/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (65/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 6511
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 74/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X Fold5 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 9 points higher (86/100 vs 77/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 74/100). Value score: Vivo X Fold5 — 64/100, Xiaomi 18 Fold — 80/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold5 (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold5 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (85/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold5 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (76/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold5 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (65/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X Fold5 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2345563 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 14213 | |
| Display | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2200x2480 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP58 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 217 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1160 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X Fold5
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo X Fold5
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2200x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X Fold5
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X Fold5 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Vivo X Fold5 by 55.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $479. Vivo X Fold5 was $479 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold5 (99/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold5 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (85/100 vs 74/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold5 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (76/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold5 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (65/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X Fold5 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold edges out the Vivo X Fold5 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo X Fold5 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Vivo X Fold5 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X Fold5 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 74/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X Fold5 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X Fold5 over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Vivo X Fold5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. 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.