Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $1799 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 48/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,135,878); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 271g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 better?
- Overall rating 48/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 10W
- Lighter: 192g vs 271g
- Cheaper at launch: $970 vs $1799
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 42 points higher (90/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 — 4/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 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 X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (94/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (87/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (81/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (63/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 13145 | |
| Display | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2208x1768 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 271 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2208x1768
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 10W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 by 77.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $829. Vivo X500 Pro was $829 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (100/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (94/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (87/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (81/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (63/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 by 42 points (90/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.