Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Vivo X Fold2
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo X Fold2 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 64/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 1,754,213); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is noticeably lighter (214g vs 279g).
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Vivo X Fold2
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 1754213
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 214g vs 279g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 77/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 20/100)
- Faster charging: 120W vs 60W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (76/100 vs 61/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Vivo X Fold2, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 20 points higher (84/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold2 leads (76/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold2 (96/100 vs 75/100). 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 Fold2 (86/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (76/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo X Fold2 (51/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Vivo X Fold2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3515964 | 1754213 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 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 | 60W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| 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 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 13, Origin OS Ocean | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 161.3×73.4×12.9 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 279 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X Fold2
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 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
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo X Fold2
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Vivo X Fold2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Vivo X Fold2 by 100.4% in our overall performance rating.
Vivo X Fold2
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold2 (96/100 vs 75/100).
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 Fold2 (86/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (76/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo X Fold2 (51/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo X Fold2?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo X Fold2 by 20 points (84/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo X Fold2?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo X Fold2 — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo X Fold2?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo X Fold2?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Vivo X Fold2?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X Fold2 is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.