Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Vivo X Fold6
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1299 and $1900. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 88/100 vs 84/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery (6900 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 3,455,738); the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 7.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Vivo X Fold6
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 3455738
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 10243
- Cheaper at launch: $1299 vs $1900
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 95/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Bigger battery: 6900 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 60W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Better camera (87/100 vs 86/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 61/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Vivo X Fold6, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 4 points higher (88/100 vs 84/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (82/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (96/100 vs 95/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (87/100 vs 86/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (82/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Vivo X Fold6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 3455738 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2480x2200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6900 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 5500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | — | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $1900 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- 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 Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Vivo X Fold6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Vivo X Fold6 by 0.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $601. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra was $601 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (96/100 vs 95/100).
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 Vivo X Fold6 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (87/100 vs 86/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (82/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo X Fold6?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo X Fold6 — 88/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Vivo X Fold6?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. 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.