Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Vivo X Fold3 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo X Fold3 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $799 and $1499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro leads — 80/100 vs 74/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold3 Pro has the bigger battery (5700 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 2,251,381); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 236g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Vivo X Fold3 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 2251381
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 6511
- Lighter: 162g vs 236g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1499
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Vivo X Fold3 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 5700 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Better camera (84/100 vs 77/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Vivo X Fold3 Pro, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro scores 6 points higher (80/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro leads (81/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100, Vivo X Fold3 Pro — 70/100; 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 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (81/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo X Fold3 Pro (89/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Vivo X Fold3 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 2251381 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 8.0" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2200x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5700 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 14, upgradable to Android 15, Funtouch 15 (International), OriginOS 4 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IPX8 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 160.0×142.4×5.2 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 236 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1499 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X Fold3 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X Fold3 Pro
- 8.0" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2200x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X Fold3 Pro
- 5700 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Vivo X Fold3 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Vivo X Fold3 Pro by 25.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $700. Samsung Galaxy S26 was $700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 77/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (81/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo X Fold3 Pro (89/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo X Fold3 Pro?
The Vivo X Fold3 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo X Fold3 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo X Fold3 Pro?
The Vivo X Fold3 Pro leads on camera score (84/100 vs 77/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo X Fold3 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Vivo X Fold3 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X Fold3 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.