Xiaomi 18 Fold vs ZTE Blade V40 Pro
The Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3, while the ZTE Blade V40 Pro (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 55/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade V40 Pro doesn't; the ZTE Blade V40 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 18 Fold
ZTE Blade V40 Pro
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Better camera (85/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 62/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V40 Pro better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 219g
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 18 Fold vs the ZTE Blade V40 Pro, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 31 points higher (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Blade V40 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 Pro (85/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 Pro (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the ZTE Blade V40 Pro are nearly equal (64/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 18 Fold | ZTE Blade V40 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Xiaomi XRING O3 | Unisoc Tiger T618 | |
| AnTuTu | 5228014 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3715 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 14213 | — | |
| Display | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1672x2364 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5100 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP59 | — | |
| Dimensions | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | 163.9×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $1639 | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Blade V40 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Blade V40 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Blade V40 Pro
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Blade V40 Pro
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display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Blade V40 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 Pro (85/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 Pro (75/100 vs 55/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the ZTE Blade V40 Pro are nearly equal (64/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 18 Fold or the ZTE Blade V40 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 Pro by 31 points (86/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the ZTE Blade V40 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the ZTE Blade V40 Pro — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 18 Fold or the ZTE Blade V40 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 18 Fold over the ZTE Blade V40 Pro?
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.