Huawei nova Flip S vs Vivo X Fold6
The Huawei nova Flip S (2025) runs on the Kirin 8030, while the Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $700 and $1900. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 88/100 vs 57/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery (6900 mAh vs 4440); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X Fold6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,455,738 vs 1,146,138); the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 6.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova Flip S
Vivo X Fold6
What makes Huawei nova Flip S better?
- Cheaper at launch: $700 vs $1900
- Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3455738 vs 1146138
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1389
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4125
- Bigger battery: 6900 vs 4440 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 66W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 41/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 73/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova Flip S vs the Vivo X Fold6, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 31 points higher (88/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (95/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (82/100 vs 41/100). Value score: Huawei nova Flip S — 28/100, 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 Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (95/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei nova Flip S and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (82/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (100/100 vs 73/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova Flip S | Vivo X Fold6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 8030 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1146138 | 3455738 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.9" Foldable LTPO OLED | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1136x2690 | 2480x2200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4440 mAh | 6900 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 5.1 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 5500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.8×75.4×6.9 mm | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | — | |
| Launch price | $700 | $1900 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova Flip S
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova Flip S
- 6.9" Foldable LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1136x2690
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova Flip S
- 4440 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei nova Flip S and Vivo X Fold6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X Fold6 leads Huawei nova Flip S by 66.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1200. Huawei nova Flip S was $1200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (95/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei nova Flip S and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (82/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (100/100 vs 73/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova Flip S or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S by 31 points (88/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova Flip S and the Vivo X Fold6?
The Huawei nova Flip S has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo X Fold6 — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova Flip S or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova Flip S or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on performance (95/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova Flip S over the Vivo X Fold6?
The Huawei nova Flip S is a better fit for active users. 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.