Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Vivo X Fold
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo X Fold (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 62/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 1,294,871); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is noticeably lighter (214g vs 311g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Vivo X Fold
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 1294871
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4600 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 214g vs 311g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 59/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 77/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Vivo X Fold better?
- Faster charging: 66W vs 60W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Overall rating 62/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Vivo X Fold, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 22 points higher (84/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold (96/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo X Fold (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo X Fold are nearly equal (61/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo X Fold (51/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Vivo X Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 8.0" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1916x2160 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 66W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 12, Origin OS Ocean | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 162.0×74.5×14.6 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 311 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X Fold
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X Fold
- 8.0" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1916x2160
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo X Fold
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Vivo X Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Vivo X Fold by 167.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo X Fold
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold (96/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 77/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo X Fold (86/100 vs 55/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo X Fold are nearly equal (61/100 vs 59/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo X Fold (51/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo X Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo X Fold by 22 points (84/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo X Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo X Fold — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo X Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 55/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo X Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Vivo X Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X Fold is a better fit for active users.