Xiaomi 18 Fold vs ZTE Blade V40
The Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3, while the ZTE Blade V40 (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 49/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 48 MP; the ZTE Blade V40 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 18 Fold
ZTE Blade V40
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Better camera (85/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 52/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V40 better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 219g
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 18 Fold vs the ZTE Blade V40, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 37 points higher (86/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Blade V40 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 (85/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 (75/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 18 Fold | ZTE Blade V40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP59 | — | |
| Dimensions | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | 165.8×77.2×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $1639 | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Blade V40
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Blade V40
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Blade V40
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Blade V40
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Blade V40 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 (85/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 (75/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 18 Fold or the ZTE Blade V40?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 by 37 points (86/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the ZTE Blade V40?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the ZTE Blade V40 — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 18 Fold or the ZTE Blade V40?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 18 Fold over the ZTE Blade V40?
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.