Xiaomi 17 Pro vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Xiaomi 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3; launch prices were $825 and $1639. Both devices score the same overall rating of 86/100. Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro has the bigger battery (6300 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 3,569,354); the Xiaomi 17 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17 Pro
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6300 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Lighter: 192g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $825 vs $1639
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 75/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 3569354
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 3310
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 10070
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 95/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
The Xiaomi 17 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Fold received the same MobileRank rating — 86/100. Value score: Xiaomi 17 Pro — 86/100, 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 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro are nearly equal (99/100 vs 95/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Xiaomi 17 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 Pro | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3569354 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3310 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10070 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2656x1220 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6300 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 151.1×71.8×8.0 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $825 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 17 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Xiaomi 17 Pro by 31.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $814. Xiaomi 17 Pro was $814 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Xiaomi 17 Pro are nearly equal (99/100 vs 95/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Xiaomi 17 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
Both devices scored 86/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Xiaomi 18 Fold (99/100 vs 95/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 Pro over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. 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.