Samsung Galaxy Fold vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy Fold (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads — 30/100 vs 8/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4380); the Samsung Galaxy Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 263g).
Samsung Galaxy Fold
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4380 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 15W
- Lighter: 188g vs 263g
- Better camera (27/100 vs 5/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 21/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Fold vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 22 points higher (30/100 vs 8/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (27/100 vs 5/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (42/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Fold and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (27/100 vs 5/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (42/100 vs 21/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Fold | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 824513 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 968 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2731 | — | |
| Display | 7.3" Dynamic AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1536x2152 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4380 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 44W | |
| Main camera | — | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie) | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×62.9×15.5 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 263 g | 188 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Samsung Galaxy Fold
- Main: —
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Fold
- 7.3" Dynamic AMOLED
- Resolution: 1536x2152
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Fold
- 4380 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Fold and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (27/100 vs 5/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (42/100 vs 21/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (65/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Fold or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold by 22 points (30/100 vs 8/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Fold and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy Fold has a MobileRank rating of 8/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Fold or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads on camera score (27/100 vs 5/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Fold over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy Fold is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.