Xiaomi 14 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Xiaomi 14 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3; launch prices were $599 and $1639. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 75/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4610); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 2,363,726); the Xiaomi 14 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 14
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Xiaomi 14 better?
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Lighter: 193g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $1639
- Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 2363726
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 2200
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 7000
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4610 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 14 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 11 points higher (86/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 65/100). Value score: Xiaomi 14 — 64/100, 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 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14 (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (85/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (75/100 vs 65/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Xiaomi 14 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 14 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2363726 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2200 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7000 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2670x1200 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4610 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 138 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 / HyperOS | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×71.5×8.2 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 14
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 14
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2670x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 14
- 4610 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 14 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Xiaomi 14 by 54.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1040. Xiaomi 14 was $1040 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14 (99/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (85/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (75/100 vs 65/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Xiaomi 14 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 14 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 14 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 14 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 14 has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 14 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 71/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 14 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 14 over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 14 is a better fit for gamers and power 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.