Xiaomi 18 Fold Specs Revealed, Compared to Galaxy Z Fold 8

Xiaomi has officially launched its latest foldable smartphone, the Xiaomi 18 Fold, making its full specifications publicly available following its debut at IFA 2026 last week. The device is now on sale, and Xiaomi has proactively positioned it against a key competitor by providing a direct comparison with Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8. This move suggests a confident stance from Xiaomi regarding the performance and feature set of its new foldable offering.

The Xiaomi 18 Fold features a 7.8-inch internal display with a resolution of 2480 x 2200 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate, designed to offer an immersive viewing experience. The external display measures 6.5 inches with a resolution of 2520 x 1080 pixels, also supporting a 120Hz refresh rate, ensuring seamless usability when the device is closed. Under the hood, the smartphone is powered by the latest Snapdragon 9 Gen 1 processor, paired with 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and up to 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage. This configuration aims to deliver top-tier performance for demanding applications and multitasking.

In terms of camera capabilities, the Xiaomi 18 Fold boasts a triple rear camera system, including a 50MP main sensor with optical image stabilization (OIS), a 50MP ultrawide lens, and a 50MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom. The internal display houses a 32MP under-display camera, while the external display features a 32MP punch-hole camera. The device is equipped with a 5,000 mAh battery that supports 120W wired charging and 50W wireless charging, promising rapid power replenishment. Additional features include Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, and an IPX8 water resistance rating.

The direct comparison with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, as presented by Xiaomi, highlights key differences in display technology, processor performance, camera specifications, and charging speeds. While specific benchmark scores are not detailed in the initial announcement, the specification sheet suggests the Xiaomi 18 Fold is engineered to compete directly with established players in the premium foldable market. The pricing for the Xiaomi 18 Fold starts at ¥10,999 (approximately $1,500 USD) for the 16GB RAM and 256GB storage variant, with higher storage options available. The availability outside of China has not yet been announced.