Vivo X Fold6 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra

The Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $1900 and $999. Both devices score the same overall rating of 88/100. Key differences: the Vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery (6900 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 3,485,039); the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 8.3mm).

Both devices scored the same rating of 88/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X Fold6
Performance 94
Display 81
Camera 87
Battery 82
Portability 100
Value for money 80
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Performance 96
Display 89
Camera 93
Battery 80
Portability 40
Value for money 88
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6900 vs 6000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Longer battery life (82/100 vs 80/100)
  • Better portability (100/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 3485039
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3228
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9553
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
  • Cheaper: $999 vs $1900

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 94/100)
  • Better camera (93/100 vs 87/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
  • Better value for money (88/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict

The Vivo X Fold6 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra received the same MobileRank rating — 88/100. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (96/100 vs 94/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (93/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (100/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 80/100).

Vivo X Fold6: 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.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra: The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo X Fold6 Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3485039 3593401
Geekbench Single 3228 3640
Geekbench Multi 9553 11033
Display 8.0" LTPO AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2480x2200 3200x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6900 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 80W 90W
Wireless charging 50W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 166
Main camera 200 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 200 MP
Front camera 20 MP 32 MP
RAM 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 5500 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 226 g
Price $1900 $999
Camera comparison
Vivo X Fold6
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.75
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
87
camera
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.63
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 32MP
93
camera
Display comparison
Vivo X Fold6
  • 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2480x2200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Vivo X Fold6
  • 6900 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • Wireless: 50W
82
battery
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • 6000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
80
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Vivo X Fold6 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Vivo X Fold6 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
88/100
3485039 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
88/100 +3.0%
3593401 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Vivo X Fold6 by 3.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Vivo X Fold6
$1900
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
$999

Price difference: $901. Xiaomi 17 Ultra is cheaper by $901.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (96/100 vs 94/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (93/100 vs 87/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (100/100 vs 40/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 80/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X Fold6 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

Both devices scored 88/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Xiaomi 17 Ultra.

What is the rating of the Vivo X Fold6 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Vivo X Fold6 has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo X Fold6 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 87/100).

Should you choose the Vivo X Fold6 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

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 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.