Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special vs Vivo X300s
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 64/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4400); the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 2,345,563); the Vivo X300s is noticeably lighter (217g vs 236g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
Vivo X300s
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special better?
- Better portability (54/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Lighter: 217g vs 236g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 25 points higher (89/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (95/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (94/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (83/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2345563 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 10243 | |
| Display | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2 | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 4 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1.1 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP48 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.9×142.6×4.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 236 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | — | $723 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 4MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special by 36.7% 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 X300s is a bit better (95/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (94/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (94/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (83/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special by 25 points (89/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special and the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special over the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.