Vivo X Fold6 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3; launch prices were $1900 and $1639. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 89/100 vs 86/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery (6900 mAh vs 6000); the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 3,760,662).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X Fold6
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Bigger battery: 6900 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 67W
- Better camera (87/100 vs 85/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 75/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 3760662
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 3352
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 10402
- Cheaper at launch: $1639 vs $1900
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 96/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X Fold6 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 3 points higher (89/100 vs 86/100). Value score: Vivo X Fold6 — 86/100, 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 and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (99/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (87/100 vs 85/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 is a bit better (82/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (100/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X Fold6 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3352 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10402 | 14213 | |
| Display | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2480x2200 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6900 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | — | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1900 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X Fold6 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Vivo X Fold6 by 28.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $261. Xiaomi 18 Fold was $261 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (99/100 vs 96/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (87/100 vs 85/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 is a bit better (82/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (100/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X Fold6 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Vivo X Fold6 edges out the Xiaomi 18 Fold by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo X Fold6 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Vivo X Fold6 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Should you choose the Vivo X Fold6 over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
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 18 Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.