Samsung Galaxy S9 vs Vivo X Fold6
The Samsung Galaxy S9 (2018) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9810, while the Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $720 and $1900. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 88/100 vs 33/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery (6900 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X Fold6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,485,039 vs 583,956); the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 8.5mm).
Samsung Galaxy S9
Vivo X Fold6
- Cheaper at launch: $720 vs $1900
- Overall rating 33/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 3485039 vs 583956
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 769
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2000
- Bigger battery: 6900 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 51/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 76/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S9 vs the Vivo X Fold6, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 55 points higher (88/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (82/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S9 — 0/100, Vivo X Fold6 — 80/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (81/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (82/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (100/100 vs 76/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S9 | Vivo X Fold6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9810 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 583956 | 3485039 | |
| Geekbench Single | 769 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2000 | 9553 | |
| Display | 5.8" AMOLED | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2480x2200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 6900 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 5500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.1×73.8×8.5 mm | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | — | |
| Launch price | $720 | $1900 |
Samsung Galaxy S9
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S9
- 5.8" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S9
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy S9 and Vivo X Fold6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X Fold6 leads Samsung Galaxy S9 by 83.2% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1180. Samsung Galaxy S9 was $1180 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (94/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (81/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (82/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (100/100 vs 76/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S9 or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 by 55 points (88/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S9 and the Vivo X Fold6?
The Samsung Galaxy S9 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo X Fold6 — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S9 or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S9 or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on performance (94/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S9 over the Vivo X Fold6?
The Samsung Galaxy S9 is a better fit for everyday use. 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.