Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 vs Vivo X300s
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1799 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 48/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 1,135,878); the Vivo X300s is noticeably lighter (217g vs 271g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
Vivo X300s
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 better?
- Overall rating 48/100
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 10W
- Lighter: 217g vs 271g
- Cheaper at launch: $723 vs $1799
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (42/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 41 points higher (89/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 — 4/100, Vivo X300s — 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 X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (94/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (94/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (83/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (42/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 10243 | |
| Display | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2208x1768 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Weight | 271 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2208x1768
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 10W
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 by 69.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1076. Vivo X300s was $1076 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (95/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (94/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (94/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (83/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300s 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 X300s?
The Vivo X300s 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 X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 over the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.