Xiaomi 15T vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Xiaomi 15T (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8400 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 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 1,915,524); the Xiaomi 15T is noticeably lighter (194g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 15T
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Xiaomi 15T better?
- Lighter: 194g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $1639
- Better display (83/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 1915524
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 1579
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 6100
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 59/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 15T 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 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 59/100). Value score: Xiaomi 15T — 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 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (99/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15T and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (83/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (85/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (75/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15T and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (67/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 15T | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1915524 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1579 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6100 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 163.2×78.0×7.5 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 194 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 15T
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 15T
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 15T
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 15T and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Xiaomi 15T by 63.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1190. Xiaomi 15T was $1190 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (99/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15T and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (83/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (85/100 vs 59/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (75/100 vs 59/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15T and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (67/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 15T or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 15T — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 15T and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 15T has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 15T or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 59/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 15T or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 15T over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 15T 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.