Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs Vivo iQOO 15R
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600, while the Vivo iQOO 15R (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1099 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15R leads — 73/100 vs 66/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15R has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4300); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,113,347 vs 2,817,788); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 197g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Vivo iQOO 15R
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 2817788
- Lighter: 180g vs 197g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 62/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15R better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3235
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10904
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs the Vivo iQOO 15R, the Vivo iQOO 15R scores 7 points higher (73/100 vs 66/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R leads (74/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 42/100, Vivo iQOO 15R — 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, both devices are on the same level — 93/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 35/100. In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (74/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R (80/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | Vivo iQOO 15R | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3113347 | 2817788 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3235 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10904 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2520 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.6×74.4×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 15R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and Vivo iQOO 15R, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Vivo iQOO 15R by 10.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $649. Vivo iQOO 15R was $649 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 93/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 35/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (74/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R (80/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Vivo iQOO 15R edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo iQOO 15R — 73/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 over the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 15R is a better fit for gamers and power users.