Vivo X Fold6 vs Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
The Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 88/100 vs 54/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery (6900 mAh vs 3300); the Vivo X Fold6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,455,738 vs 824,513); the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 7.6mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X Fold6
Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3455738 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 6900 vs 3300 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 27W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 20W
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 54/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 22/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer better?
- Better display (83/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X Fold6 vs the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 34 points higher (88/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (95/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (82/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (95/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (82/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (100/100 vs 79/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X Fold6 | Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 3455738 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 2731 | |
| Display | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | 6.4" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2480x2200 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6900 mAh | 3300 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 20W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 9.0 (Pie); MIUI 10 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | 157.5×74.7×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | — | 173 g | |
| Launch price | $1900 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
- Main: —
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 20W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X Fold6 and Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X Fold6 leads Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer by 319.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (95/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (82/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (100/100 vs 79/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X Fold6 or the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer?
The Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer by 34 points (88/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X Fold6 and the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer?
The Vivo X Fold6 has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer — 54/100.
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X Fold6 or the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on performance (95/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X Fold6 over the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer?
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.