Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special vs Vivo X Fold6
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 88/100 vs 64/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery (6900 mAh vs 4400); the Vivo X Fold6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,455,738 vs 2,345,563).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
Vivo X Fold6
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special better?
- Overall rating 64/100
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3455738 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 6900 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special vs the Vivo X Fold6, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 24 points higher (88/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (95/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (82/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 is a bit better (95/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (82/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (100/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special | Vivo X Fold6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2345563 | 3455738 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 10243 | |
| Display | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2 | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 2480x2200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 6900 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 4 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1.1 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 5500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.9×142.6×4.9 mm | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | |
| Weight | 236 g | — | |
| Launch price | — | $1900 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 4MP
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special and Vivo X Fold6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X Fold6 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special by 32.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 is a bit better (95/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (87/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (82/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (100/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special by 24 points (88/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special and the Vivo X Fold6?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Vivo X Fold6 — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on performance (95/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special over the Vivo X Fold6?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X Fold6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.