Nubia Fold vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max: Which One Should You Buy?
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max edges ahead with a BeastScore of 90.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Nubia Fold
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max wins 6 of 6 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- Speedfrom specsXiaomi 18 Pro Max9597
- Camerafrom specsXiaomi 18 Pro Max66100
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieXiaomi 18 Pro Max76100
- Batteryfrom specsXiaomi 18 Pro Max87100
- Displayfrom specsXiaomi 18 Pro Max8592
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityXiaomi 18 Pro Max34100
- ValueNot enough data
- Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery8,500 mAh vs 6,560 mAh
- Xiaomi 18 Pro Max charges faster100W vs 55W
- Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has a sharper main camera200 MP vs 50 MP
- Nubia Fold has the bigger screen8" vs 6.9"
- Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is lighter235 g vs 249 g
- Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has a sharper selfie camera50 MP vs 20 MP
- Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has more RAM16 GB vs 12 GB
- Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is better protected from water and dustIP68 vs IP54
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Xiaomi 18 Pro Max wins — BeastScore 90.0/100
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (8,500 mAh vs 6,560 mAh) and faster charging (100W vs 55W). The Nubia Fold is worth a look if you prefer its bigger screen (8" vs 6.9").
Larger display: 8" vs 6.9"
Larger battery: 8,500 mAh vs 6,560 mAh · Faster wired charging: 100W vs 55W
Common questions
Which is better: Nubia Fold or Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (8,500 mAh vs 6,560 mAh) and faster charging (100W vs 55W). The Nubia Fold is worth a look if you prefer its bigger screen (8" vs 6.9"). BeastScore: Nubia Fold 90.0/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max 90.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Nubia Fold and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
Nubia Fold has a 8-inch display and 6560 mAh battery. Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has a 6.9-inch display and 8500 mAh battery.
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