Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1799 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 65/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4400); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 1,818,396); the Vivo iQOO 15 is noticeably lighter (215g vs 253g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 better?
- Better portability (52/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 1818396
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Lighter: 215g vs 253g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $1799
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 21 points higher (86/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — 38/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100; 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 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (94/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (99/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (85/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1818396 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 9287 | |
| Display | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2176x1812 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 128 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 154.9×129.9×6.1 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 253 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2176x1812
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by 51.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1200. Vivo iQOO 15 was $1200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (94/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (99/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (78/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (85/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by 21 points (86/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.