Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M; launch prices were $1799 and $548. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 48/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,952 vs 1,135,878); the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is noticeably lighter (225g vs 271g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 better?
- Overall rating 48/100
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 9100 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 225g vs 271g
- Cheaper at launch: $548 vs $1799
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (38/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra scores 27 points higher (75/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (35/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 — 4/100, Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 68/100; 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 Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (99/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (35/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (80/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (38/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 10243 | |
| Display | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2208x1768 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 9100 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 271 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $548 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2208x1768
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 10W
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 by 68.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1251. Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra was $1251 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (95/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (99/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (35/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (80/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (38/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 by 27 points (75/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on camera score (35/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on performance (95/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.