Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special leads — 48/100 vs 30/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 236g).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (45/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (48/100 vs 27/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Lighter: 188g vs 236g
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 25/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 5/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special scores 18 points higher (48/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special leads (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special leads (48/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (42/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (48/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (42/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (65/100 vs 5/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 2342433 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2205 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7192 | — | |
| Display | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2 | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 4 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1.1 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 157.9×142.6×4.9 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 236 g | 188 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 4MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (45/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (48/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (42/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (65/100 vs 5/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special leads on camera score (48/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special leads on performance (45/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.