Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs Vivo X Fold6
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1199 and $1900. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 88/100 vs 84/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery (6900 mAh vs 4288); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X Fold6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,349 vs 3,434,654); the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 8.8mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Vivo X Fold6
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4733 vs 3352
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12836 vs 10402
- Cheaper at launch: $1199 vs $1900
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 95/100)
- Better camera (97/100 vs 87/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3593349 vs 3434654
- Bigger battery: 6900 vs 4288 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 47/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs the Vivo X Fold6, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 4 points higher (88/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads (97/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (82/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro — 78/100, Vivo X Fold6 — 84/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 95/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a bit better (97/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (82/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (100/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro | Vivo X Fold6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3434654 | 3593349 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4733 | 3352 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12836 | 10402 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1206x2622 | 2480x2200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4288 mAh | 6900 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 172 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 5500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | — | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $1900 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1206x2622
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 4288 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro and Vivo X Fold6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X Fold6 leads Apple iPhone 18 Pro by 4.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $701. Apple iPhone 18 Pro was $701 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 95/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a bit better (97/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (82/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (100/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 edges out the Apple iPhone 18 Pro by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Vivo X Fold6?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo X Fold6 — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads on camera score (97/100 vs 87/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro over the Vivo X Fold6?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X Fold6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.