Xiaomi 18 Fold vs Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
The Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3, while the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1639 and $830. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 74/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5165); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 3,126,402); the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 18 Fold
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 3126402
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 9287
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5165 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 57/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $830 vs $1639
- Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 18 Fold vs the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 12 points higher (86/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Xiaomi 18 Fold — 80/100, Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 — 62/100; 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 is a bit better (99/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 (85/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 18 Fold | Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Xiaomi XRING O3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 5228014 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3715 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 14213 | 9287 | |
| Display | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1672x2364 | 1224x2912 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5165 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP59 | — | |
| Dimensions | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | 166.9×73.8×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $1639 | $830 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- 6.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2912
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- 5165 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 18 Fold and Xiaomi Mix Flip 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 by 67.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $809. Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 was $809 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (99/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 (85/100 vs 57/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 (75/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 18 Fold or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold is noticeably better than the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 18 Fold or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 57/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 18 Fold or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 18 Fold over the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
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 Mix Flip 2 is a better fit for gamers and power users.