Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs Vivo T5x
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo T5x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo; launch prices were $2199 and $225. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 78/100 vs 53/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo T5x has the bigger battery (7200 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 953,150); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo T5x doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is thinner (4.1mm vs 8.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Vivo T5x
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3453998 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3185
- Faster charging: 60W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 215g vs 219g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (78/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo T5x better?
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $225 vs $2199
- Overall rating 53/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs the Vivo T5x, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 25 points higher (78/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 64/100, Vivo T5x — 62/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Vivo T5x (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5x (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Vivo T5x are nearly equal (61/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (66/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | Vivo T5x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 3453998 | 953150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 3185 | |
| Display | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 1080x2344 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7200 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16, OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $2199 | $225 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo T5x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo T5x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo T5x
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Vivo T5x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Vivo T5x by 262.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1974. Vivo T5x was $1974 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5x (96/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5x (67/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Vivo T5x are nearly equal (61/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (66/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Vivo T5x?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5x by 25 points (78/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Vivo T5x?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 78/100, the Vivo T5x — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Vivo T5x?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (67/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Vivo T5x?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra over the Vivo T5x?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.