Samsung Galaxy S21+ vs Vivo X Fold6
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ (2021) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2100, while the Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $999 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 4800); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X Fold6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,455,738 vs 1,017,773).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S21+
Vivo X Fold6
What makes Samsung Galaxy S21+ better?
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1900
- Overall rating 57/100
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3455738 vs 1017773
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1435
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3555
- Bigger battery: 6900 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S21+ 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 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (82/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S21+ — 24/100, 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 S21+ (95/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 and the Samsung Galaxy S21+ are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (82/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (100/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S21+ | Vivo X Fold6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2100 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1017773 | 3455738 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1435 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3555 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2480x2200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 6900 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 5500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | — | |
| Launch price | $999 | $1900 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21+
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S21+
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S21+ and Vivo X Fold6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X Fold6 leads Samsung Galaxy S21+ by 70.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $901. Samsung Galaxy S21+ was $901 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (95/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 and the Samsung Galaxy S21+ are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (87/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (82/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (100/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S21+ or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ by 31 points (88/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S21+ and the Vivo X Fold6?
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo X Fold6 — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S21+ or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S21+ or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on performance (95/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S21+ over the Vivo X Fold6?
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ 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.