Vivo X Fold6 vs Xiaomi 17
The Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1900 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 88/100 vs 87/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6900); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X Fold6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,455,738 vs 3,248,535); the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 8.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X Fold6
Xiaomi 17
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3455738 vs 3248535
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 10162
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (87/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 3293
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Cheaper at launch: $709 vs $1900
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 82/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X Fold6 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 1 points higher (88/100 vs 87/100). Value score: Vivo X Fold6 — 84/100, Xiaomi 17 — 88/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 95/100. In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 is a bit better (87/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (87/100 vs 82/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (100/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X Fold6 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3455738 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 10162 | |
| Display | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2480x2200 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6900 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | — | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $1900 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X Fold6 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X Fold6 leads Xiaomi 17 by 6.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1191. Xiaomi 17 was $1191 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 95/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 is a bit better (87/100 vs 81/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (87/100 vs 82/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (100/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X Fold6 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Vivo X Fold6 edges out the Xiaomi 17 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo X Fold6 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Vivo X Fold6 has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X Fold6 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 81/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X Fold6 over the Xiaomi 17?
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 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.