Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs Vivo X Fold3 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo X Fold3 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; estimated prices are $2199 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 71/100 vs 60/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold3 Pro has the bigger battery (5700 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 2,342,433); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is noticeably lighter (215g vs 236g).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Vivo X Fold3 Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 2342433
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 2205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 7192
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 215g vs 236g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 45/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (31/100 vs 5/100)
- Bigger battery: 5700 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Cheaper: $1999 vs $2199
- Better camera (80/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 51/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs the Vivo X Fold3 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 11 points higher (71/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro leads (80/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro leads (73/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo X Fold3 Pro (92/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (80/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (73/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold3 Pro (31/100 vs 5/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | Vivo X Fold3 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | 2342433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 2205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 7192 | |
| Display | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 8.0" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 2200x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5700 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 64 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 14, upgradable to Android 15, Funtouch 15 (International), OriginOS 4 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IPX8 | |
| Dimensions | — | 160.0×142.4×5.2 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 236 g | |
| Price | $2199 | $1999 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X Fold3 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X Fold3 Pro
- 8.0" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2200x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo X Fold3 Pro
- 5700 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Vivo X Fold3 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Vivo X Fold3 Pro by 68.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $200. Vivo X Fold3 Pro is cheaper by $200.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo X Fold3 Pro (92/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (80/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (73/100 vs 51/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold3 Pro (31/100 vs 5/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Vivo X Fold3 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is noticeably better than the Vivo X Fold3 Pro — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Vivo X Fold3 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Vivo X Fold3 Pro?
The Vivo X Fold3 Pro leads on camera score (80/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Vivo X Fold3 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra over the Vivo X Fold3 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X Fold3 Pro is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.