Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Vivo X Fold2
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo X Fold2 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 64/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 1,757,044); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is noticeably lighter (218g vs 279g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Vivo X Fold2
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 218g vs 279g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 77/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Vivo X Fold2 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Longer battery life (76/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs the Vivo X Fold2, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 16 points higher (80/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold2 leads (76/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold2 (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo X Fold2 (81/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (76/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold2 (46/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | Vivo X Fold2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3128552 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9760 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 8.0" Foldable LTPO4 AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1916x2160 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 151 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 13, Origin OS Ocean | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | 161.3×73.4×12.9 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 279 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X Fold2
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X Fold2
- 8.0" Foldable LTPO4 AMOLED
- Resolution: 1916x2160
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X Fold2
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and Vivo X Fold2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Vivo X Fold2 by 78.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo X Fold2
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold2 (92/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 77/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo X Fold2 (81/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (76/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold2 (46/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Vivo X Fold2?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is noticeably better than the Vivo X Fold2 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Vivo X Fold2?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Vivo X Fold2 — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Vivo X Fold2?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Vivo X Fold2?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra over the Vivo X Fold2?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo X Fold2 is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.