Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Vivo X Fold3
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo X Fold3 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 74/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold3 has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 1,757,044); the Vivo X Fold3 is thinner (4.7mm vs 7.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Vivo X Fold3
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 5311
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 214g vs 219g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 78/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Vivo X Fold3 better?
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 60W
- Longer battery life (62/100 vs 61/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Vivo X Fold3, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 10 points higher (84/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold3 (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (86/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold3 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (62/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold3 is a bit better (64/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Vivo X Fold3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 8.0" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2200x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 14, OriginOS 4 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 160.0×142.7×4.7 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X Fold3
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X Fold3
- 8.0" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2200x2480
- 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 Fold3
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Vivo X Fold3, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Vivo X Fold3 by 97.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo X Fold3
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold3 (96/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (86/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold3 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (62/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold3 is a bit better (64/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo X Fold3?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is noticeably better than the Vivo X Fold3 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo X Fold3?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo X Fold3 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo X Fold3?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo X Fold3?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Vivo X Fold3?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X Fold3 is a better fit for active users.