Xiaomi 18 Fold vs ZTE Libero 5G III
The Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 38/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4120); the main camera is 200 MP vs 13 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 515,647); the Xiaomi 18 Fold is thinner (5.0mm vs 9.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 18 Fold
ZTE Libero 5G III
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 690
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 1736
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4120 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 36/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 43/100)
What makes ZTE Libero 5G III better?
- Lighter: 207g vs 219g
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 18 Fold vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 48 points higher (86/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (99/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III 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 Libero 5G III (85/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (75/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (64/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 18 Fold | ZTE Libero 5G III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Xiaomi XRING O3 | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | |
| AnTuTu | 5228014 | 515647 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3715 | 690 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 14213 | 1736 | |
| Display | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1672x2364 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4120 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP59 | — | |
| Dimensions | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | 168.0×78.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $1639 | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 4120 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 18 Fold and ZTE Libero 5G III, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads ZTE Libero 5G III by 913.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Libero 5G III
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (99/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III 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 Libero 5G III (85/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (75/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (64/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 18 Fold or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 48 points (86/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 38/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 18 Fold or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 18 Fold or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 18 Fold over the ZTE Libero 5G III?
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.