Vivo X Fold6 vs Xiaomi 12S
The Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 12S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 88/100 vs 63/100 (a 25-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 1,381,634); the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 8.2mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X Fold6
Xiaomi 12S
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3455738 vs 1381634
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 6900 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 57/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 69/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12S better?
- Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X Fold6 vs the Xiaomi 12S, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 25 points higher (88/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (95/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (82/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S (95/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12S 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 12S (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S (82/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S (100/100 vs 69/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X Fold6 | Xiaomi 12S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3455738 | 1381634 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 4688 | |
| Display | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2480x2200 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6900 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| 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 | — | 179 g | |
| Launch price | $1900 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 12S
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12S
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 12S
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X Fold6 and Xiaomi 12S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X Fold6 leads Xiaomi 12S by 150.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Xiaomi 12S
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S (95/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12S 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 12S (87/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S (82/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S (100/100 vs 69/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X Fold6 or the Xiaomi 12S?
The Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S by 25 points (88/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X Fold6 and the Xiaomi 12S?
The Vivo X Fold6 has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Xiaomi 12S — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X Fold6 or the Xiaomi 12S?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X Fold6 or the Xiaomi 12S?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on performance (95/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X Fold6 over the Xiaomi 12S?
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 12S is a better fit for active users.