Foldable smartphones have developed to the point where they can serve as your primary phone for the next few years. A apparent wrinkle on the interior screen, flimsier parts, and even a lack of IP certification hampered the previous iterations, which were far from ideal.
But today, things have changed. The Xiaomi Mix Fold 2 and the recently released Galaxy Z Fold4 are two of the greatest folding smartphones available today. It makes perfect sense to compare the two models because the two businesses released their models roughly simultaneously.
Let's quickly compare the Xiaomi Mix Fold 2 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 to see how they stack up. each other.
Xiaomi Mix Fold 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4
| Xiaomi Mix Fold 2 | Galaxy Z Fold4 | |
|---|---|---|
| DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT | Unfolded: 161.1 x 144.7 x 5.4mm Folded: 161.1 x 73.9 x 11.2mm 262 g | Unfolded: 155.1 x 130.1 x 6.3mm Folded: 155.1 x 67.1 x 14.2-15.8mm | 263 g |
| DISPLAY | Foldable: 8.02-inch 2160 x 1914p 120Hz, HDR10+, Dolby Vision Cover: 6.56 2520 x 1080p 120Hz, HDR10+, Dolby Vision | Foldable: 7.6-inch 2170 x 1812p 120Hz, HDR10+, Dolby Vision Cover: 6.2 2316 x 904p 120Hz |
| PROCESSOR | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen1 clocked at 3.2GHz | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen1 clocked at 3.2GHz |
| MEMORY | 12 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 512 GB – 12 GB RAM, 1 TB | 12 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 512 GB – 12 GB RAM, 1 TB |
| SOFTWARE | Android 12, MIUI Fold 13 | Android 12L, One UI 4.1.1 |
| CONNECTIVITY | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS |
| CAMERA | Triple 50 + 8 + 13 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.6 + f/2.4 20 MP f/2.4 front camera | Triple 50 + 10 + 12 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.4 + f/2.2 4 MP + 10 MP front cameras |
| BATTERY | 4500 mAh, fast charging 67W | 4400 mAh, 25W | 15W Wireless Charging |
| ADDITIONAL FEATURES | 5G, dual SIM | 5G, dual SIM |
Design
Inward folding is a feature of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 and the Xiaomi Mix Fold 2. This indicates that there are two displays on each phone. A second external display is available for usage while the first one is folded, which is a sizable tablet-like display that folds inward.
We can easily compare the two foldable in terms of design thanks to their shared design philosophy.
Similar to its predecessor, the Galaxy Z Fold4 has a more curved and rounder appearance. The Xiaomi Mix Fold 2, on the other hand, employs a boxier design profile, comparable to the designs of the Galaxy Note series that we have previously seen. The Xiaomi foldable is available in traditional black and gold colours, while both phones seem upscale and polished for their costs.the Samsung models adding in fancier Burgundy and Graygreen color options.
not come with stylus support, which is a shame.
The way the camera module style differs greatly from one another. The three cameras for the Galaxy foldable are housed in a vertical camera module, whereas the three cameras for the Xiaomi foldable are located on a rectangular camera module. This makes the Xiaomi Mix Fold 4 appear more balanced than the Galaxy version.
The Xiaomi model has an advantage in terms of size since it is only 5.4mm thick while in tablet mode (vs 6.3mm on the Galaxy Fold 4). At 11.2mm, it is significantly thinner than the Galaxy model even when folded (vs 14mm).
Due to its larger front and back displays, the Xiaomi device is noticeably bigger than the Samsung one. In contrast to the Samsung model, it doesThere’s no clear winner in this department as both are well-built foldables on paper.
Specs & Software
The two foldables are evenly matched when it comes to the hardware. Both the models come with the 3.2GHz Snapdragon 8+ Gen1 chip, which is the best smartphone chipset for Android phones in 2022. With options of up to 1TB of storage and 12GB of RAM on both models, they will never be short of power, be it for heavy gaming or running intensive apps. Even multitasking should be a breeze.
That said, the software is where the two phones should differ significantly. The Xiaomi model comes with Android 12-based MIUI Fold 13 OS. This is similar to the OS that runs on its smartphones with a few adaptations (like multitasking) for its foldable form factor.
On the other hand, the Galaxy Z Fold4 comes with a dedicated OS for large screens, giving it an edge. It features the Android 12L OS with OneUI 4.1.1 on top of it, adding tablet-specific features like Samsung Flex, making the experience a lot more productive and fun.
While in terms of processing power, both the phones are well matched, the software is one area where Samsung brings its rich experience in the field of foldables. This gives the Galaxy Z Fold 4 an edge in this department.
Camera
The camera is another department where the two phones are well matched.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 comes with a 50MP f/1.8 primary camera with OIS, another 10MP 3x telephoto zoom camera with OIS, and a 12MO ultra wide-angle shooter with 123˚ FoV. On the inside, the phone features a 4MP f/1.8 selfie shooter which is under the display. The Samsung model also adds another 10MP selfie camera on its cover display.
In comparison, the Xiaomi Mix Fold2 comes with a 50MP f/1.8 primary camera with OIS, 8MP 2x optical zoom telephoto lens and a 13MP 123˚ ultra-wide shooter. It features a 20MP selfie camera on the front.
As you can see, both the models feature a solid camera setup, comparable to the flagships of 2022. They even support up to 8K video recording.
Battery
It’s the year 2022 but foldable smartphones still lack large batteries. The Xiaomi Mix Fold 2 comes with an average 4500mAh capacity battery and 67W charging. On the other hand, the Galaxy Z Fold4 comes with a 4400mAh battery with 25W charging support.
However, the Galaxy foldable, like its predecessor, comes with wireless and reverse wireless charging support at 15W, which is absent on the Xiaomi model.
Price
The Galaxy Z Fold4 starts at $1,799.99/£1,649/€1,799 globally. On the other hand, the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold 2 retails for around 8,999 yuan (~$1,335) in China. But you can get it globally via sites like Giztop for $1799.
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold4 brings multiple generations of refinements, making it one of the best foldables of 2022. However, the phone is still pretty pricey, especially when you compare it to the Xiaomi Mix Fold 2. In terms of hardware, they are pretty evenly matched, however, the Samsung model would have an advantage in the software department.
If Xiaomi makes the foldable available globally for a cheaper price than the Galaxy Z Fold4, it will make the foldable market a lot more interesting in the coming weeks.
