Xiaomi 13T vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Xiaomi 13T (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultra, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3; launch prices were $450 and $1639. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 63/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 1,175,951); the Xiaomi 13T is noticeably lighter (197g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 13T
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Xiaomi 13T better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 197g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $1639
- Better display (93/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 1175951
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 1050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 3700
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 60/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 53/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 13T vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 23 points higher (86/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Xiaomi 13T — 50/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (99/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 13T is a bit better (93/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (85/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (75/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 13T | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultra | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1175951 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1050 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3700 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 123 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 162.2×75.7×8.5 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $450 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 13T
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 13T
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 13T
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 13T and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Xiaomi 13T by 77.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1189. Xiaomi 13T was $1189 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (99/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 13T is a bit better (93/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (85/100 vs 60/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (75/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 13T or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13T by 23 points (86/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 13T and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 13T has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 13T or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 60/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 13T or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 13T over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 13T 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.