Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads — 43/100 vs 30/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4400); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 253g).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Higher performance (31/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 27/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Lighter: 188g vs 253g
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 25/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 scores 13 points higher (43/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads (31/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads (63/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (42/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (31/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (63/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (42/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (55/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 1818396 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | — | |
| Display | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2176x1812 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 128 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 154.9×129.9×6.1 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 253 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $1799 | — |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2176x1812
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (31/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (63/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (42/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (65/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (55/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads on camera score (63/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads on performance (31/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.