Xiaomi 18 Fold vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $1639 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 86/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6000); the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 5,001,234); the Xiaomi 18 Fold is noticeably lighter (219g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 18 Fold
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 5001234
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 12873
- Lighter: 219g vs 235g
- Better portability (64/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 3715
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Cheaper at launch: $986 vs $1639
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 99/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 85/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 75/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 18 Fold vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 6 points higher (92/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 85/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 75/100). Value score: Xiaomi 18 Fold — 80/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 96/100; 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 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (100/100 vs 99/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (100/100 vs 85/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (92/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (64/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 18 Fold | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Xiaomi XRING O3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 5228014 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3715 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 14213 | 12873 | |
| Display | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1672x2364 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP59 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $1639 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 18 Fold and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Xiaomi 18 Pro Max by 4.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $653. Xiaomi 18 Pro Max was $653 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (100/100 vs 99/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (100/100 vs 85/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (92/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (64/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 18 Fold or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max edges out the Xiaomi 18 Fold by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 18 Fold or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 18 Fold over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
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. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.