Xiaomi 18 Fold vs ZTE Blade V40s
The Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3, while the ZTE Blade V40s (2022) runs on the Unisoc UMS512T T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 46/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the ZTE Blade V40s is noticeably lighter (184g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 18 Fold
ZTE Blade V40s
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (85/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 33/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V40s better?
- Lighter: 184g vs 219g
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 64/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 18 Fold vs the ZTE Blade V40s, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 40 points higher (86/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Blade V40s 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 V40s (85/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40s (75/100 vs 33/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade V40s is a bit better (73/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 18 Fold | ZTE Blade V40s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Xiaomi XRING O3 | Unisoc UMS512T 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 | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 5W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP59 | — | |
| Dimensions | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | 163.5×75.8×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 184 g | |
| Launch price | $1639 | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Blade V40s
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Blade V40s
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Blade V40s
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Blade V40s
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display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Blade V40s 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 V40s (85/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40s (75/100 vs 33/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade V40s is a bit better (73/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 18 Fold or the ZTE Blade V40s?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40s by 40 points (86/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the ZTE Blade V40s?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the ZTE Blade V40s — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 18 Fold or the ZTE Blade V40s?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 18 Fold over the ZTE Blade V40s?
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.