Vivo X Fold6 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $1900 and $986. Both devices score the same overall rating of 88/100. Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6900); the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 8.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X Fold6
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Better portability (100/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Cheaper at launch: $986 vs $1900
- Better camera (100/100 vs 87/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 82/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
The Vivo X Fold6 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max received the same MobileRank rating — 88/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 82/100). Value score: Vivo X Fold6 — 84/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 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 "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 82/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (100/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X Fold6 | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 3455738 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | — | |
| Display | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2480x2200 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6900 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | — | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $1900 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $914. Xiaomi 18 Pro Max was $914 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 82/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (100/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X Fold6 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
Both devices scored 88/100. The clearest difference is portability: better on the Vivo X Fold6 (100/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X Fold6 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Vivo X Fold6 has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X Fold6 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 87/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X Fold6 over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
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 Pro Max is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.