Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $2199 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 79/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 3,740,528); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is thinner (4.1mm vs 8.1mm).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Vivo iQOO 15
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 3740528
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3041
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9494
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 94/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 48/100)
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Cheaper: $599 vs $2199
- Better camera (78/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 78/100)
- Better value for money (84/100 vs 62/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 7 points higher (86/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 61/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (84/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (98/100 vs 94/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (99/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (85/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (66/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (84/100 vs 62/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | 3740528 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 9494 | |
| Display | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 215 g | |
| Price | $2199 | $599 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Vivo iQOO 15 by 5.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1600. Vivo iQOO 15 is cheaper by $1600.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (98/100 vs 94/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (99/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (85/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (66/100 vs 48/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (84/100 vs 62/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.