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iPhone 18 Pro vs Nubia Fold: Which One Should You Buy?

Nubia Fold edges ahead with a BeastScore of 90.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple · 2026

iPhone 18 Pro

iPhone 18 Pro
89/ 100
Launch price$1,299
Nubia · 2025

Nubia Fold

Nubia Fold
90/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Nubia Fold wins overall; iPhone 18 Pro takes 6 of 7 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone 18 Pro
iPhone 18 Pro
6 wins
Nubia Fold
Nubia Fold
0 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivitySecurity
iPhone 18 ProNubia Fold
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • SpeediPhone 18 Pro
    95
    89
  • Camerafrom specsiPhone 18 Pro
    80
    66
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    76
    76
  • BatteryiPhone 18 Pro
    80
    68
  • Displayfrom specsiPhone 18 Pro
    92
    85
  • ConnectivityiPhone 18 Pro
    100
    80
  • SecurityiPhone 18 Pro
    100
    34
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • Nubia Fold has the bigger battery6,560 mAh vs 4,288 mAh
  • Nubia Fold charges faster55W vs 45W
  • Nubia Fold has a sharper main camera50 MP vs 48 MP
  • Nubia Fold has the bigger screen8" vs 6.3"
  • iPhone 18 Pro is lighter211 g vs 249 g
  • Nubia Fold has a sharper selfie camera20 MP vs 18 MP
  • iPhone 18 Pro has the faster chipApple A20 Pro (2 nm) vs Snapdragon 8 Elite
  • iPhone 18 Pro is better protected from water and dustIP68 vs IP54
  • iPhone 18 Pro can text for help by satelliteYes vs No
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy iPhone 18 Pro
  • ✓38 g lighter (211 g vs 249 g), easier to hold
  • ✓48 MP main camera
  • ✓6.3" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Nubia Fold
  • ✓Bigger 6,560 mAh battery (+2,272 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓8" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone 18 ProNubia Fold
1. Display & Screen🏆 iPhone 18 Pro Wins Display
Screen typeLTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby VisionColor OLED Screen
Screen Size6.3"8"
Resolution & Density1206 x 2622 pixels (19.5:9 ratio) (460 ppi)~ 414 PPI
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz
Brightness1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)N/A
Screen ProtectionCeramic Shield 2, Anti-reflective coating, Always-On displayNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 iPhone 18 Pro Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A20 Pro (2 nm) (2nm)Snapdragon 8 Elite (3nm)
CPU CoresHexa-core (2x High Performance + 4x Efficiency)Not listed
GPU GraphicsApple GPU (7-core graphics)Adreno 830
Operating SystemiOS 27Android v15 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12GB LPDDR5X12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB256 GB
Storage SpeedNVMe fast flashNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iPhone 18 Pro Wins Camera
Primary Camera48 MP, f/1.5, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, OIS, Dual pixel PDAF, Sensor-shift OIS (gen 2)50 MP, OIS
Telephoto Zoom48 MP (4x optical zoom), f/2.8, 100mm (periscope telephoto), OISNone (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide)50 MP
LiDAR / DepthTOF 3D LiDAR scanner (depth sensing & night portrait)None
5. Video
Main Camera Video
4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps1080p@240fps10-bit HDRDolby Vision HDR (up to 120fps)ProRes RAWApple Log 2Spatial 3D video & stereo sound
Not listed
Front Video
4K@24/25/30/60fps1080p@120fpsgyro-EISDolby Vision HDR
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens18 MP, f/1.9, 20mm (ultrawide multi-aspect)20 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 iPhone 18 Pro Lightest Chassis
Dimensions150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm (5.91 x 2.83 x 0.35 in)160 x 73 x 11.1 mm
Weight211 g (7.44 oz)249 g
Build MaterialsGlass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, aluminum/glass backNot listed
SIM TypeNano-SIM + eSIM + dual eSIM supportNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 min)IP54
8. Battery & Charging🏆 iPhone 18 Pro Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,288 mAh6,560 mAh
Wired Fast Charging45W wired fast charging55W
Wireless Charging25W wireless chargingNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers (Spatial Audio)Not listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band, hotspot)Yes, with wifi-hotspot
BluetoothBluetooth 6.0, A2DP, LEYes, v6.0
USB Port & SpeedUSB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 (up to 10Gbps), DisplayPort video outYes, USB-C
NFCYes (Apple Pay Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified)Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsFace ID, LiDAR scanner, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometerNot listed
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS, Messages and Find My via satelliteNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsBlack, Silver, Glacier, BurgundyNot listed
Launch Price$1,299Price on request
Our verdict

Nubia Fold wins — BeastScore 90.0/100

The Nubia Fold is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (6,560 mAh vs 4,288 mAh) and faster charging (55W vs 45W). The iPhone 18 Pro is worth a look if you prefer its lighter body (211 g vs 249 g).

Buy iPhone 18 Pro if you want

Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens) · Lighter: 211 g vs 249 g (38 g less)

Buy Nubia Fold if you want

Larger battery: 6,560 mAh vs 4,288 mAh · Faster wired charging: 55W vs 45W

Common questions

Which is better: iPhone 18 Pro or Nubia Fold?

The Nubia Fold is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (6,560 mAh vs 4,288 mAh) and faster charging (55W vs 45W). The iPhone 18 Pro is worth a look if you prefer its lighter body (211 g vs 249 g). BeastScore: iPhone 18 Pro 88.5/100, Nubia Fold 90.0/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 18 Pro and Nubia Fold?

iPhone 18 Pro has a 6.3-inch display and 4288 mAh battery. Nubia Fold has a 8-inch display and 6560 mAh battery.

How do iPhone 18 Pro and Nubia Fold compare for speed?

iPhone 18 Pro scores 95/100 for performance; Nubia Fold scores 89/100.

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