Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $999 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 47/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 1,135,878); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 216g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $999
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 35 points higher (82/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 — 4/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100; 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 Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (97/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (65/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (75/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (76/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2640x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3300 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Weight | 183 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2640x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 10W
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 by 75.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Vivo iQOO 15T was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (97/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (65/100 vs 16/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (75/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (76/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 by 35 points (82/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 16/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.