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; estimated prices are $1299 and $1900. Both devices score the same overall rating of 75/100. Key differences: the Vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery (6900 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 3,485,039); the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 7.9mm).
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Vivo X Fold6
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 3485039
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 3228
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 9553
- Cheaper: $1299 vs $1900
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 85/100)
- Better value for money (20/100 vs 0/100)
- Bigger battery: 6900 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 60W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 51/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 32/100)
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo X Fold6 received the same MobileRank rating — 75/100. In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (74/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (20/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (84/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (86/100 vs 85/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (74/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (50/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold6 (20/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Vivo X Fold6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3515964 | 3485039 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 9553 | |
| 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 | — | |
| Price | $1299 | $1900 |
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
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
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
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 0.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $601. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is cheaper by $601.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (84/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (86/100 vs 85/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (74/100 vs 51/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (50/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold6 (20/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo X Fold6?
Both devices scored 75/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra.
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 75/100, the Vivo X Fold6 — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 77/100).
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. The Vivo X Fold6 is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.