Vivo Y38 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Vivo Y38 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 45/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 568,395); the Vivo Y38 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo Y38
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Vivo Y38 better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 219g
- Overall rating 45/100
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 568395
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 2115
- Faster charging: 67W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo Y38 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 41 points higher (86/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo Y38 (99/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Vivo Y38 (79/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo Y38 (85/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Vivo Y38 (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Vivo Y38 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo Y38 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 568395 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 915 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2115 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 44W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.0×8.0 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Vivo Y38
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo Y38
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo Y38
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo Y38 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Vivo Y38 by 89.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo Y38
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo Y38 (99/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Vivo Y38 (79/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo Y38 (85/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Vivo Y38 (75/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Vivo Y38 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo Y38 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Vivo Y38 by 41 points (86/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo Y38 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Vivo Y38 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo Y38 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo Y38 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Vivo Y38 over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
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.