Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 vs Vivo X Fold6
The Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7570, while the Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $200 and $1900. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 88/100 vs 16/100 (a 72-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery (6900 mAh vs 2400); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 8.2mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy J3 2017
Vivo X Fold6
What makes Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $1900
- Overall rating 16/100
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 122
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 405
- Bigger battery: 6900 vs 2400 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 51/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 vs the Vivo X Fold6, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 72 points higher (88/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (95/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (82/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 — 0/100, 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 J3 2017 (95/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (81/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (82/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (100/100 vs 81/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 | Vivo X Fold6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7570 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3455738 | |
| Geekbench Single | 122 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 405 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.0" AMOLED | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2480x2200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2400 mAh | 6900 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB | 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 5500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 143.2×70.3×8.2 mm | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | |
| Weight | 149 g | — | |
| Launch price | $200 | $1900 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy J3 2017
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy J3 2017
- 5.0" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy J3 2017
- 2400 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1700. Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 was $1700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (95/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (81/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (82/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (100/100 vs 81/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 by 72 points (88/100 vs 16/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 and the Vivo X Fold6?
The Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 has a MobileRank rating of 16/100, the Vivo X Fold6 — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on performance (95/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 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.