Xiaomi 16 Ultra vs Xiaomi MIX Fold 5
Compare Xiaomi 16 Ultra vs Xiaomi MIX Fold 5 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2, 50MP vs 50MP camera…
Xiaomi
16 Ultra
$1,299
9categories won
Xiaomi
MIX Fold 5
$1,699
4categories won
9 categories tied · 22 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Xiaomi 16 Ultra takes the overall win
The Xiaomi 16 Ultra claims the overall win over the Xiaomi MIX Fold 5, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. In camera testing, the MIX Fold 5 leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the 16 Ultra. Choose the 16 Ultra if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the MIX Fold 5 if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
16 Ultra wins on endurance with 6,200 mAh and 120W fast charging.
Both handsets deliver top-tier speed with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 and smooth everyday multitasking.
MIX Fold 5 takes photography with 50MP optics and 5x optical telephoto capabilities.
16 Ultra provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $1299 vs $1699.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
16 Ultra vs MIX Fold 5: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | 16 Ultra | MIX Fold 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.73" | 7.98" |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3200 | 2224 x 2488Winner |
| Pixel density | 521 ppiWinner | 418 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 3600 nitsWinner | 3000 nits |
Performance
| Specification | 16 Ultra | MIX Fold 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 |
| Process node | 2 nm | 2 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 3,200,000 | 3,200,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 10800 | 10800 |
| Maximum RAM | 24 GB | 24 GB |
| Maximum storage | 2TBWinner | 1TB |
Camera
| Specification | 16 Ultra | MIX Fold 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 4Winner | 3 |
| Optical zoom | 3.2x | 5xWinner |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Selfie camera | 32 MPWinner | 20 MP |
| Max video | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | 16 Ultra | MIX Fold 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 6,200 mAhWinner | 5,400 mAh |
| Wired charging | 120 WWinner | 67 W |
| Wireless charging | 80 WWinner | 50 W |
Design
| Specification | 16 Ultra | MIX Fold 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 226 g | 216 gWinner |
| Thickness | 9.2 mm | 4.5 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Build | Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back | Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back |
Software and support
| Specification | 16 Ultra | MIX Fold 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 17 | Android 17 |
| OS updates | 7 years | 7 years |
| Security updates | 7 years | 7 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | 16 Ultra | MIX Fold 5 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $1,299Winner | $1,699 |
Xiaomi 16 Ultra
Equipped with a second-gen 1-inch LOFIC sensor with 15EV dynamic range, stepless physical f/1.6–f/4.0 aperture, a mammoth 200MP 1/1.4" periscope telephoto, 120W wired and 80W wireless charging, and 6,200 mAh capacity, the 16 Ultra is a DSLR in your pocket.
- Display
- 6.73"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 6,200mAh
Xiaomi MIX Fold 5
Pushing foldable engineering to the razor edge, the MIX Fold 5 measures just 4.5mm thin unfolded (8.9mm folded) while housing a 5,400 mAh battery, full IPX8 water immersion rating, and Leica Summilux periscope optics.
- Display
- 7.98"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,400mAh