Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 vs Vivo iQOO Z11
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO Z11 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500; launch prices were $1999 and $290. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads — 75/100 vs 65/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11 has the bigger battery (9020 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,065,623 vs 2,120,347); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is thinner (4.2mm vs 8.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
Vivo iQOO Z11
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3065623 vs 2120347
- Better Geekbench Single: 2910 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9174 vs 6405
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 215g vs 228g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (76/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z11 better?
- Bigger battery: 9020 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $290 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 vs the Vivo iQOO Z11, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 scores 10 points higher (75/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (91/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (76/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 leads (78/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 58/100, Vivo iQOO Z11 — 70/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (91/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (76/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (78/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (66/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 | Vivo iQOO Z11 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3065623 | 2120347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2910 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9174 | 6405 | |
| Display | 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2184x1968 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 9020 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 145 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm | 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 228 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $290 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Z11
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2184x1968
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z11
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z11
- 9020 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and Vivo iQOO Z11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads Vivo iQOO Z11 by 44.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1709. Vivo iQOO Z11 was $1709 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (91/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (76/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (78/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (66/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z11 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on camera score (76/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on performance (91/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 over the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO Z11 is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.