Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 vs Vivo X Fold6
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1799 and $1900. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 88/100 vs 48/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery (6900 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X Fold6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,455,738 vs 1,135,878).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
Vivo X Fold6
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $1799 vs $1900
- Overall rating 48/100
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3455738 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 6900 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 10W
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 vs the Vivo X Fold6, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 40 points higher (88/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (87/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (82/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 — 4/100, Vivo X Fold6 — 84/100; 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 X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (87/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (82/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (100/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 | Vivo X Fold6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 3455738 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 10243 | |
| Display | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2208x1768 | 2480x2200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 6900 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 5500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | |
| Weight | 271 g | — | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $1900 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2208x1768
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 10W
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and Vivo X Fold6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X Fold6 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 by 67.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $101. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 was $101 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (95/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (87/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (82/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (100/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 by 40 points (88/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and the Vivo X Fold6?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo X Fold6 — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on performance (95/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 over the Vivo X Fold6?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X Fold6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.