Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 67/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 1,540,240); the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) is noticeably lighter (201g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 219g
- Better display (90/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 1540240
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 1967
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 5401
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5160 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 74/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 71/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 19 points higher (86/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) (99/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) (85/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) are nearly equal (75/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1540240 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1967 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5401 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3200 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×74.6×8.2 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) by 70.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) (99/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) (85/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) are nearly equal (75/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) is a better fit for active users. 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.