Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1799 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 48/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,714,661 vs 1,119,714); the Vivo iQOO 15 is noticeably lighter (215g vs 271g).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
Vivo iQOO 15
- Overall rating 48/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 3714661 vs 1119714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1488
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 3373
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 10W
- Lighter: 215g vs 271g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $1799
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 63/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 20/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 38 points higher (86/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 — 0/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 84/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (94/100 vs 63/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (99/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (78/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (85/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (48/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1119714 | 3714661 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1488 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3373 | 9494 | |
| Display | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2208x1768 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 271 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $599 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2208x1768
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 10W
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 by 69.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1200. Vivo iQOO 15 was $1200 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (94/100 vs 63/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (99/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (78/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (85/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (48/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 by 38 points (86/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.