Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs Vivo X Fold6
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $2199 and $1900. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 88/100 vs 78/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery (6900 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X Fold6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,455,738 vs 3,453,998).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Vivo X Fold6
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10243
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 95/100)
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3455738 vs 3453998
- Bigger battery: 6900 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 60W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $1900 vs $2199
- Better camera (87/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs the Vivo X Fold6, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 10 points higher (88/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (87/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (82/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 64/100, Vivo X Fold6 — 84/100; 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 X Fold6 are nearly equal (96/100 vs 95/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (87/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (82/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (100/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | Vivo X Fold6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3453998 | 3455738 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 10243 | |
| Display | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 2480x2200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6900 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 5500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | — | |
| Launch price | $2199 | $1900 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Vivo X Fold6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X Fold6 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra by 0.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $299. Vivo X Fold6 was $299 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (96/100 vs 95/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (87/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (82/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (100/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Vivo X Fold6?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 78/100, the Vivo X Fold6 — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra over the Vivo X Fold6?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X Fold6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.