Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special vs Vivo Y77 (China)

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Vivo Y77 (China) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special leads — 48/100 vs 29/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y77 (China) has the bigger battery (4500 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 Y77 (China) doesn't; the Vivo Y77 (China) is noticeably lighter (194g vs 236g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special is noticeably better than the Vivo Y77 (China) — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
Performance 45
Display 100
Camera 48
Battery 25
Design 5
Value for money 55
Vivo Y77 (China)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 39
Design 57
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special better?
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (45/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (48/100 vs 24/100)
What makes Vivo Y77 (China) better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4400 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
  • Lighter: 194g vs 236g

  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 25/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (57/100 vs 5/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special vs the Vivo Y77 (China), the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special scores 19 points higher (48/100 vs 29/100). 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 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y77 (China) leads (39/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special significantly outperforms the Vivo Y77 (China) (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 Y77 (China) (48/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y77 (China) is a bit better (39/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y77 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (57/100 vs 5/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo Y77 (China): The Vivo Y77 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special Vivo Y77 (China)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 MediaTek Dimensity 930
AnTuTu 2342433
Geekbench Single 2205
Geekbench Multi 7192
Display 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1968x2184 1080x2388
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4400 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 25W 80W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 200 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 0 MP
Front camera 4 MP 8 MP
RAM 16GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1.1 Android 12, Origin OS Ocean
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP48
Dimensions 157.9×142.6×4.9 mm 164.2×75.8×8.6 mm
Weight 236 g 194 g
Price
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 4MP
48
camera
Vivo Y77 (China)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
  • 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y77 (China)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2388
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
25
battery
Vivo Y77 (China)
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special significantly outperforms the Vivo Y77 (China) (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 Y77 (China) (48/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y77 (China) is a bit better (39/100 vs 25/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y77 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (57/100 vs 5/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special or the Vivo Y77 (China)?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special is noticeably better than the Vivo Y77 (China) — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special and the Vivo Y77 (China)?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo Y77 (China) — 29/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special or the Vivo Y77 (China)?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special leads on camera score (48/100 vs 24/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special or the Vivo Y77 (China)?

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 Y77 (China)?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y77 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.