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 $799 and $1900. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 88/100 vs 55/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery (6900 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X Fold6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,455,738 vs 1,081,778); the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 7.8mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S21
Vivo X Fold6
What makes Samsung Galaxy S21 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1900
- Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3455738 vs 1081778
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1435
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3555
- Bigger battery: 6900 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 63/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 31/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S21 vs the Vivo X Fold6, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 33 points higher (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (95/100 vs 63/100). 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 31/100). 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 63/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). 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 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (100/100 vs 79/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S21 | Vivo X Fold6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2100 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1081778 | 3455738 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1435 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3555 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.2" AMOLED | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2480x2200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 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, One UI 3.1 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 5500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×75.6×7.8 mm | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | |
| Weight | 169 g | — | |
| Launch price | $799 | $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
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S21
- 4000 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 68.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1101. Samsung Galaxy S21 was $1101 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (95/100 vs 63/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 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 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 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (100/100 vs 79/100).
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 33 points (88/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S21 and the Vivo X Fold6?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, 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 63/100).
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.