Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 vs Vivo X300s

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 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 65/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 1,818,396); the Vivo X300s is noticeably lighter (217g vs 253g).

The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by 24 points (89/100 vs 65/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Performance 76
Display 78
Camera 63
Battery 39
Portability 52
Value for money 34
Vivo X300s
Performance 94
Display 94
Camera 94
Battery 83
Portability 42
Value for money 90
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 better?

  • Better portability (52/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 1818396
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 2004
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 5311
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4400 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
  • Lighter: 217g vs 253g
  • Cheaper at launch: $723 vs $1799

  • Higher performance (94/100 vs 76/100)
  • Better camera (94/100 vs 63/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 24 points higher (89/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — 34/100, Vivo X300s — 90/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (94/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (94/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (94/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (83/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a better fit for active users.
Vivo X300s: The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 Vivo X300s
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 1818396 3703823
Geekbench Single 2004 3228
Geekbench Multi 5311 9553
Display 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2176x1812 2800x1260
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4400 mAh 7100 mAh
Charging 25W 90W
Wireless charging 15W 40W
DXOMark (camera) 128
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 50 MP
Front camera 10 MP 50 MP
RAM 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 13 Android 16 / OriginOS 6
NFC yes
Protection IPX8
Dimensions 154.9×129.9×6.1 mm
Weight 253 g 217 g
Launch price $1799 $723
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
63
camera
Vivo X300s
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
94
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
  • 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2176x1812
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
78
display
Vivo X300s
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2800x1260
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
39
battery
Vivo X300s
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 40W
83
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
65/100
1818396 AnTuTu
Vivo X300s Dimensity 9500
89/100 +50.9%
3703823 AnTuTu

Vivo X300s leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by 50.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
$1799
Vivo X300s
$723

Launch price difference: $1076. Vivo X300s was $1076 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (94/100 vs 76/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (94/100 vs 78/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (94/100 vs 63/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (83/100 vs 39/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Vivo X300s?

The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by 24 points (89/100 vs 65/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and the Vivo X300s?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Vivo X300s?

The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 63/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Vivo X300s?

The Vivo X300s leads on performance (94/100 vs 76/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 over the Vivo X300s?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 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.