Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 vs Vivo X500

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $1899 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 68/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4400); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 2,456,969); the Vivo X500 is noticeably lighter (211g vs 239g).

The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 by 21 points (89/100 vs 68/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6

Performance 83
Display 78
Camera 65
Battery 39
Portability 52
Value for money 44

Vivo X500

Performance 96
Display 94
Camera 87
Battery 84
Portability 50
Value for money 92

What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 better?


  • Better portability (52/100 vs 50/100)

What makes Vivo X500 better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 2456969
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 2203
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 6511
  • Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4400 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
  • Lighter: 211g vs 239g
  • Cheaper at launch: $820 vs $1899

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 83/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 65/100)
  • Longer battery life (84/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 78/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 21 points higher (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 — 44/100, Vivo X500 — 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 is a bit better (96/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 (94/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 (87/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 (84/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Vivo X500: The Vivo X500 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 Fold6 Vivo X500
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 MediaTek Dimensity 9600M
AnTuTu 2456969 3930719
Geekbench Single 2203 3302
Geekbench Multi 6511 10240
Display 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 2160x1856 1260x2750
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4400 mAh 7500 mAh
Charging 25W 90W
Wireless charging 15W 40W
DXOMark (camera) 130 —
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 64 MP
Front camera 10 MP 50 MP
RAM 12GB 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14 Android 17
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits 4000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP48 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 153.5×132.6×5.6 mm 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm
Weight 239 g 211 g
Launch price $1899 $820

Camera comparison

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
65
camera

Vivo X500

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera

Display comparison

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6

  • 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2160x1856
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
78
display

Vivo X500

  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2750
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display

Battery and charging

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6

  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
39
battery

Vivo X500

  • 7500 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 40W
84
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
68/100
2456969 AnTuTu
Vivo X500 MediaTek Dimensity 9600M
89/100 +37.5%
3930719 AnTuTu

Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 by 37.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6

$1899

Vivo X500

$820

Launch price difference: $1079. Vivo X500 was $1079 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (96/100 vs 83/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 (94/100 vs 78/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 (87/100 vs 65/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 (84/100 vs 39/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 or the Vivo X500?

The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 by 21 points (89/100 vs 68/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 and the Vivo X500?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 or the Vivo X500?

The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 65/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 or the Vivo X500?

The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 83/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 over the Vivo X500?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.