Samsung Galaxy A72 vs Vivo X Fold6
The Samsung Galaxy A72 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, while the Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $450 and $1900. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 88/100 vs 46/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery (6900 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X Fold6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,455,738 vs 517,460); the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 8.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A72
Vivo X Fold6
What makes Samsung Galaxy A72 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $1900
- Overall rating 46/100
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3455738 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 6900 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 68/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A72 vs the Vivo X Fold6, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 42 points higher (88/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (87/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (82/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A72 — 16/100, 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 Samsung Galaxy A72 (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 is a bit better (81/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (87/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (82/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (100/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A72 | Vivo X Fold6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 517460 | 3455738 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1762 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2480x2200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6900 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 92 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 5500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×77.4×8.4 mm | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | |
| Weight | 203 g | — | |
| Launch price | $450 | $1900 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A72
- Main: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A72 and Vivo X Fold6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X Fold6 leads Samsung Galaxy A72 by 85.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1450. Samsung Galaxy A72 was $1450 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (95/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 is a bit better (81/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (87/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (82/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (100/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A72 or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 by 42 points (88/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A72 and the Vivo X Fold6?
The Samsung Galaxy A72 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo X Fold6 — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A72 or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A72 or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on performance (95/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A72 over the Vivo X Fold6?
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.