Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs Vivo iQOO 15R
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO 15R (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $2199 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 78/100 vs 73/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15R has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,453,998 vs 2,817,788); the Vivo iQOO 15R is noticeably lighter (197g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Vivo iQOO 15R
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3453998 vs 2817788
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 93/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 62/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15R better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 197g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $2199
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO 15R, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 5 points higher (78/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R leads (74/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 64/100, Vivo iQOO 15R — 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 Fold8 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (96/100 vs 93/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (94/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R (67/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (74/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (66/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | Vivo iQOO 15R | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3453998 | 2817788 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 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 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.6×74.4×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $2199 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 15R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Vivo iQOO 15R, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Vivo iQOO 15R by 22.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1749. Vivo iQOO 15R was $1749 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (96/100 vs 93/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (94/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R (67/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (74/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (66/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra edges out the Vivo iQOO 15R by just 5 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 15R?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 78/100, the Vivo iQOO 15R — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (67/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra over the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 15R is a better fit for gamers and power users.