Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1799 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 48/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 1,135,878); the Vivo iQOO 15T is noticeably lighter (216g vs 271g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 better?
- Overall rating 48/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 216g vs 271g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $1799
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (44/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 34 points higher (82/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 — 4/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (97/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (99/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (65/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (75/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (44/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 10243 | |
| Display | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2208x1768 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Weight | 271 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2208x1768
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 10W
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 by 75.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1300. Vivo iQOO 15T was $1300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (97/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (99/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (65/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (75/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (44/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 by 34 points (82/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.