Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 53/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,113,347 vs 971,424); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't.
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Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 971424
- Better Geekbench Single: 3235 vs 1167
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 2577
- Lighter: 180g vs 188g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 13 points higher (66/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (93/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (93/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (35/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 3113347 | 971424 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3235 | 1167 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10904 | 2577 | |
| Display | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2520 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 220.5% in our overall performance rating.
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Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (93/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (35/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 53/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.