Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs Vivo iQOO Z11
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO Z11 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500; launch prices were $2199 and $290. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 78/100 vs 65/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11 has the bigger battery (9020 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 2,120,347); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is thinner (4.1mm vs 8.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Vivo iQOO Z11
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3453998 vs 2120347
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6405
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 215g vs 228g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z11 better?
- Bigger battery: 9020 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $290 vs $2199
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO Z11, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 13 points higher (78/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 leads (78/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 64/100, 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 Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (96/100 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 Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (67/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (78/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (66/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | Vivo iQOO Z11 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3453998 | 2120347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 6405 | |
| Display | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9020 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 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 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 228 g | |
| Launch price | $2199 | $290 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Z11
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z11
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo iQOO Z11
- 9020 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Vivo iQOO Z11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Vivo iQOO Z11 by 62.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1909. Vivo iQOO Z11 was $1909 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (96/100 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 Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (67/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (78/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (66/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z11 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 78/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (67/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra over the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra 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.