Xiaomi 14T vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Xiaomi 14T (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3; launch prices were $449 and $1639. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 69/100 (a 17-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 1,598,339); the Xiaomi 14T is noticeably lighter (195g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 14T
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Xiaomi 14T better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 195g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $1639
- Better display (93/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 1598339
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 1256
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 4207
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 14T vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 17 points higher (86/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Xiaomi 14T — 62/100, 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 14T (99/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14T is a bit better (93/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14T (85/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14T (75/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 14T | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1598339 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1256 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4207 | 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) | 134 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×75.1×7.8 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 14T
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 14T
- 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 14T
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 14T and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Xiaomi 14T by 69.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1190. Xiaomi 14T was $1190 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 14T (99/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14T is a bit better (93/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14T (85/100 vs 68/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14T (75/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 14T or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 14T — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 14T and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 14T has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 14T or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 68/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 14T or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 14T over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 14T 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.