Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 vs Vivo Y05

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo Y05 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7225. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads — 69/100 vs 33/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y05 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 200 MP vs 8 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y05 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is thinner (4.2mm vs 8.4mm).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 by 36 points (69/100 vs 33/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
Performance 92
Display 78
Camera 52
Battery 39
Portability 66
Value for money
Vivo Y05
Performance 31
Display 55
Camera 10
Battery 53
Portability 49
Value for money 50
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 580
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1750
  • Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better camera (52/100 vs 10/100)
  • Better display (78/100 vs 55/100)
  • Better portability (66/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Vivo Y05 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4400 mAh
  • Lighter: 209g vs 215g

  • Longer battery life (53/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 vs the Vivo Y05, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 scores 36 points higher (69/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (92/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (52/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y05 leads (53/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (92/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Vivo Y05 (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (52/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y05 is a bit better (53/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Vivo Y05 (66/100 vs 49/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Vivo Y05: The Vivo Y05 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 Vivo Y05
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Unisoc T7225
AnTuTu 3119308
Geekbench Single 3041 580
Geekbench Multi 9494 1750
Display 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 1968x2184 720x1600
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4400 mAh 6500 mAh
Charging 25W 15W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 200 MP 8 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 5 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 4GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits 1200 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP48 IP65
Dimensions 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm
Weight 215 g 209 g
Launch price $90
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
52
camera
Vivo Y05
  • Main: 8MP f/2.0
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
  • 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
78
display
Vivo Y05
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
39
battery
Vivo Y05
  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
53
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
Price unknown
Vivo Y05
$90
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (92/100 vs 31/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Vivo Y05 (78/100 vs 55/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (52/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y05 is a bit better (53/100 vs 39/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Vivo Y05 (66/100 vs 49/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 or the Vivo Y05?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 by 36 points (69/100 vs 33/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and the Vivo Y05?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Vivo Y05 — 33/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 or the Vivo Y05?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on camera score (52/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 or the Vivo Y05?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on performance (92/100 vs 31/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 over the Vivo Y05?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo Y05 is a better fit for everyday use.