Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $1799 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 48/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 1,135,878); the Vivo iQOO 16 is noticeably lighter (223g vs 271g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 better?
- Overall rating 48/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 10W
- Lighter: 223g vs 271g
- Cheaper at launch: $840 vs $1799
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (42/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 41 points higher (89/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 — 4/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100; 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 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (99/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (78/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (90/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (42/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 12873 | |
| Display | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2208x1768 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 8400 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 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 271 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2208x1768
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 10W
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 by 79.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $959. Vivo iQOO 16 was $959 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (100/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (99/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (78/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (90/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (42/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 by 41 points (89/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.