Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1099 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 66/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4300); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 3,113,347); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3235 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 9287
- Lighter: 180g vs 215g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 3113347
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $1099
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 93/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 20 points higher (86/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 42/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 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 15 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 93/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (85/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (80/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3113347 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3235 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10904 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2520 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 by 17.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Vivo iQOO 15 was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 93/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (78/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (85/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (80/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 by 20 points (86/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.