Xiaomi 18 Fold vs ZTE Blade A35
The Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3, while the ZTE Blade A35 (2024) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 36/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 8 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade A35 doesn't; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is thinner (5.0mm vs 8.5mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 18 Fold
ZTE Blade A35
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (85/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 46/100)
What makes ZTE Blade A35 better?
- Overall rating 36/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 18 Fold vs the ZTE Blade A35, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 50 points higher (86/100 vs 36/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A35 (79/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A35 (85/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (75/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A35 (64/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 18 Fold | ZTE Blade A35 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Xiaomi XRING O3 | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 5228014 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3715 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 14213 | — | |
| Display | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1672x2364 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 2 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 (Go edition) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP59 | — | |
| Dimensions | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | 167.7×77.4×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | — | |
| Launch price | $1639 | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Blade A35
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 2MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Blade A35
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Blade A35
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Blade A35
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A35 (79/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A35 (85/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (75/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A35 (64/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 18 Fold or the ZTE Blade A35?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A35 by 50 points (86/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the ZTE Blade A35?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the ZTE Blade A35 — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 18 Fold or the ZTE Blade A35?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 18 Fold over the ZTE Blade A35?
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.