Vivo X Fold6 vs Xiaomi 12
The Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; launch prices were $1900 and $750. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 88/100 vs 64/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery (6900 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X Fold6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,455,738 vs 1,322,176); the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 8.2mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X Fold6
Xiaomi 12
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3455738 vs 1322176
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 6900 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 57/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 69/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $750 vs $1900
- Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X Fold6 vs the Xiaomi 12, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 24 points higher (88/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (95/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (82/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Vivo X Fold6 — 84/100, Xiaomi 12 — 42/100; 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 Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (95/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12 and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (82/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (100/100 vs 69/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X Fold6 | Xiaomi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3455738 | 1322176 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 4188 | |
| Display | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2480x2200 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6900 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 113 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5500 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $1900 | $750 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 12
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X Fold6 and Xiaomi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X Fold6 leads Xiaomi 12 by 161.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1150. Xiaomi 12 was $1150 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (95/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12 and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (87/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (82/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (100/100 vs 69/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X Fold6 or the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 by 24 points (88/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X Fold6 and the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo X Fold6 has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Xiaomi 12 — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X Fold6 or the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X Fold6 or the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on performance (95/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X Fold6 over the Xiaomi 12?
The Vivo X Fold6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for active users.